Well I need to add my 2 cents worth, not sure what that is in sterling...LOL.
I do not like the new color scheme because it seems too sterile to me. But the navigation is easier and more efficent. The only problem with the new mechanics of the site I have had is with the email notices you get about replys to a thread. The timing of the ones I recieve is way off and now when I click the link in my email I am no longer logged on automatically I have to go to the log in and do that then return to the place I was taken by my email if I wish to post again. Maybe I am just basically lazy but I dislike that aspect of the new site very much. And obviously I do not like sterile environments but this site is for those that actually use maya. I am just a viewer and supporter and so I did not voice my dislikes about the changes. Since someone did start a thread I am adding my feelings.
HOWEVER, I am a loyal supporter of this site and all simply sites and activities I think you guys are doing wonderful things you have not yet seen all the results of. So ROCK on Kevin and David I will get some rose colored glasses to use when here...