Ok, I didn't think I would say this but, I think this latest layout is absolutely horrible. It was better (but even better before any of these changes happened) before. I don't like the big banner/logo/blue space at the top there, it just looks ugly and takes up wayyyy too much space.
What you should do is remove or move the banner/logo/blue space at the top section there, and move that top header with the tabs down, on top of forum buttons part.
Another thing -- bring back the combo dropdown box. It is much easier to use and read.
One last issue, bring the Private Messages link to the top where it was before.
Phew, I had to get that out.
P.S. In addition, the blue I mentioned on the top there looks ugly if you have the black theme on (which a lot of us do).