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I'd also argue that the changes would not be of an add-on nature, for aesthetic reasons. This is my problem with games like Seirawan or the 68-square boards. There is an 'add-on' or a 'lets take this and stick it into chess' feel about these games that doesn't sit quite right with me. I'm looking for a good, conservative re-design to upgrade, not an aftermarket kit bolted to antiquity, for the next chess contenders.

I agree. Seirawan has the advantage of being a baby step for Chess players who want to try something different, but it has no chance of replacing Chess, because it is just Chess with extras, not an integrated alternative with its own separate identity.