Layout Opinions

I want to get everything done in my head and on paper before I start getting a design and programming done, and I need some help on a layout.

I know I'm going to have a header and navigation, but is having the navigation horizontal below the header a better solution than having just small text links on the sidebar?

Next question is whether I should have my sidebar on the left or right side of the content. I have made up my mind that I won't be needing two sidebars, so which side is more common for users? Right is used on most blogs and stuff, then left is on most forums and some sites. Which would be better?

i prefer the right side for a sidebar, and i like a navigation, but i when sites have text links and a nav i switch back and forth which one im using. if you get the point

Okay, thanks. I hope I can get some more opinions also.

Dont even think about design.... program it all, content entry... then theme your website.

I'm just thinking of how I want to layout my content, so I can program it so it will be easier when I get a design made.

Nice signature.

You wouldnt believe how many more clicks I get

Originally Posted by Andrew R I'm just thinking of how I want to layout my content, so I can program it so it will be easier when I get a design made. Nice signature.

I was just glad he didn't actually post the pics!