A theme system would probably be good; but implementing it (I would guess) would take effort that could be better spent on other things.

As I said, it is very subjective. This theme is perfect for me, less so for you. Thus my suggestion of the ability to choose from a set of themes and have that choice connected to your personal account, that is, add new coloured ones without taking the current one away.

I get your points, but as far as workplace design goes, in my opinion, "distractions" should be balanced with "inspirations".

Work environment effects the quality of the product enormously . Since WAM is supposed to be mainly a CREATIVE environment, it makes no sense to me to have a non-descript "gray and conservative" workplace look.

Mind you, i'm not suggesting anarchy, an all-neon color scheme, or anything that extreme. But using some color would not, well, "wreck" the site.

Soft and boring is perfect when you don't want any undue distractions from the creative process. For me that is.

Though there are communities where you can change the theme for your own account by choosing from a set of themes. I think that would be good, a creative environment that you feel comfortable with is important, and also very subjective.

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Sure, but there is a fine line between 'bling bling' and 'boredom'.

Personally, i think the current "soft-looking logo" and a gray color scheme is way too, well, SOFT AND BORING. We are supposed to be Wreckin' something, goddamit!

Using colors would really not hurt the overall product.

Third. This is a work place... er... uhm : 'working environment.'

I second that. I can't concentrate with animated ads. If it weren't for Adblock plus, I wouldn't be able to read the news online...

That animation on the front page is enough to get me stressed.

I agree, currently WAM has a certain conservative look to it, and that should be maintained.