Would like the following:

1) An easy-to-use CMS that allows customization of the first index page (any other pages as necessary), which matches/interfaces the current Invision Power Services or with something that replaces the IPS if preferred.

2) A customized skin for the IPS/CMS or message board/portal replacement.

3) A stand-alone flash "site" that matches the look and general layout of this created website.

4) A MySQL database for customizeable inventories that can be incorporated, yet separate, into the site as well.



As far as the skin/visual aspect, we can discuss what is desired before, during, or after you offer an idea of what looks good. (included is a compilation of examples found and liked from the internet/web).

-looking for colors that work together as well as something that conveys a metallic and/or a "gadget"/"technology" feel and/or allows room for a logo/mascot . . . but i'm curious as to what you find appealing based on these given examples:

http://www.ipbforumskins.com/portfolio/LICD.png
http://www.ipbforumskins.com/portfolio/LICD2.png
http://www.ipbforumskins.com/portfolio/TutorialFxDark.png
http://www.ipbforumskins.com/portfolio/YoungMoneyWeb.png
http://www.ipbforumskins.com/portfolio/TutorialFx.png
http://www.ipbforumskins.com/portfolio/SurrealDesigns.png
http://www.ipbforumskins.com/portfolio/DesignerCore.png
http://www.ipbskinworks.com/forums/index.php?skinid=8
http://www.ipbskinworks.com/forums/index.php?skinid=3 (yellowfuze)
http://www.ipbskinworks.com/forums/index.php?skinid=7
http://www.ipbskinworks.com/forums/index.php?skinid=20
http://www.ipbskinworks.com/forums/index.php?skinid=6



-a little artistic freedom may be more appealing and/or offer a better starting point to lead in the right, mutual direction

-would like to watch it being built on your server and then just be able to download and install the components upon completion.