An attempt at a super simple and aesthetic 32G rimless mixed reef - no sump, no skimmer, no problem?

[WV Reefer]

A few more recent shots. Created a profile on instagram (dr.flippersreef) if anyone wants to follow the journey. Added quite a few more SPS corals, now I just can't wait to see when/if they start to take off

Looks great.
Followed on Instagram.

 

[Filipabp]

Looks great.
Followed on Instagram.

Thanks mate, followed back!

 

[Sweetreef21]

Beautiful beautiful beautiful!!! I love such simplicity in something this beautiful. Love your lighting choice as well.

 

[Filipabp]

Beautiful beautiful beautiful!!! I love such simplicity in something this beautiful. Love your lighting choice as well.

Thanks a lot mate! Simplicity is one of my main goals, so very happy too see you write that

 

[actik]

Dude your like an aquarium artist, I feel inspired and upset that I recently purchased a basic 75g haha

 

[BeejReef]

Is your canister filter in that canvas bag?

Very beautiful setup all around. I hope you become a general practitioner. Even if you end up being a horrible doctor, I'd let you do your best just to sit in the waiting room and see the setup I'm sure you'll have there. ;Joyful

 

[Filipabp]

Is your canister filter in that canvas bag?

Very beautiful setup all around. I hope you become a general practitioner. Even if you end up being a horrible doctor, I'd let you do your best just to sit in the waiting room and see the setup I'm sure you'll have there. ;Joyful

Its behind it actually, the ATO reservoir and my countless accessories/tools are in the canvas bag .

Hahaha its good to know I have that as a back up

Dude your like an aquarium artist, I feel inspired and upset that I recently purchased a basic 75g haha

Haha thanks man! Im sure you can pull something awesome off with that 75g ?

 

[MnFish1]

Your tank looks awesome

 

[actik]

Its behind it actually, the ATO reservoir and my countless accessories/tools are in the canvas bag .

Hahaha its good to know I have that as a back up




Haha thanks man! Im sure you can pull something awesome off with that 75g ?

i would trade it in for yours, haha

 

[tnw50cal]

What you've done is amazing, thanks for sharing.

 

[saan1wu4]

One of the most beautiful tanks I've ever seen. I love the simplicity of the whole design and all the elements just work so well together! It's obvious how much thought was put into to this build.
(I especially love the light shade, great choice!)

 

[Filipabp]

One of the most beautiful tanks I've ever seen. I love the simplicity of the whole design and all the elements just work so well together! It's obvious how much thought was put into to this build.
(I especially love the light shade, great choice!)

Thank you very much for those kind words!! And yes, I did indeed put a lot of thought into the setup, going to countless stores, flea markets, and websites before I was able to settle on a table and light shade

 

[MnFish1]

The message (which I needed to rehear) - is you can have a completely beautiful tank - with a simple protocol. Again your tank is an inspiration

 

[Daddy-o]

Very nice!

 

[fishybizzness]

You should write a book on how to reef! As said previously, you're an inspiration to the many people that would love a beautiful tank but don't have the $$$ to get all the bells and whistles. Simplicity does work and your tank is a shining example of that!

 

[Alemoki]

This setup is totally inspiring!! Now you've given me ideas for a new setup lol

Will definitely be following this

 

[Chefwheredyougo]

Your light shade makes it look even better!

 

[Filipabp]

You should write a book on how to reef! As said previously, you're an inspiration to the many people that would love a beautiful tank but don't have the $$$ to get all the bells and whistles. Simplicity does work and your tank is a shining example of that!

Im really glad you like it! And yes, back when I started my first tank, as a student, every local reefer told me of all these super expensive pieces of equipment that were apparently a 100% necessity if I wanted things to thrive. The equipment is fine sure, but I think it's a pity because many newcomers are turned away from the hobby again because of both a steep learning curve (partly because you have to get familiar with a several pieces of equipment) and the need to spend a ton of $$$ upfront.

Im actually thinking of making a youtube video of the tank with a walkthrough and a bit about my vision of simplicity for the hobby

This setup is totally inspiring!! Now you've given me ideas for a new setup lol

Will definitely be following this

Thanks mate! I hope to see what you come up with

 

[Dine]

Gorgeous tank. The wife and I were just discussing how to incorporate a better stand solution into our new build. We were thinking bookshelf but I love what you’ve done here.

 

[Waynerock]

Beautiful Goni’s! One of My favorites