As you know about javascript and css, you are likely not the target audience for most commercial themes. The average non-technical site owner equates features a

As you know about javascript and css, you are likely not the target audience for most commercial themes. The average non-technical site owner equates features and effects with value. They are serving their audience. With that said, there are thousands of themes out there. I'm sure a few might meet your requirements. Unfortunately, it may take a long time to find them. Finally, you might start with a skeleton theme instead, and build up your own without all the whizbang. As I agree with you about commercial themes, that's what I do.