Tips for improving aquascape in reef tank (Aqua Ceramic Base)

[Auroraz]

Hi everyone,

I’m running a Red Sea 425 mixed reef (currently 4 months old, almost no SPS yet but planning to add in the future). I’m not fully satisfied with my current aquascape - I feel like my fish don’t have enough territories or hiding spots.

The aquascape is built with "Aqua Ceramic", but I’m considering adding a few live rocks to improve structure and biodiversity.

My main goals are:

• Create a “dense” look with corals eventually covering the rockwork
• Provide enough caves and hiding places for fish

here are some pictures of my current aquascape for reference:

One idea I’ve been thinking about is pushing the left pillar further back in the tank and adding some rocks in a declining slope toward the front
Would love to hear your tips or suggestions of how you’ve approached to improve this current setup

Thanks!

 

[lapin]

When I look at it my eyes go to the right first. Then across to the left. The left seems a bit empty. Maybe your idea is a good one

 

[BryanM]

Its going to be impossible to keep the look you have now while adding new rock.

But I 100% agree, its way to open for fish and you need more rock.

 

[Gumbies R Us]

I would add more rock to the middle and left side. I think if you add rock to those two parts, you will be fine!

 

[Auroraz]

Thanks, everyone!
Do you have any thoughts on whether it’s better to add live rocks or new ones?
I understand that new rocks mean a new cycle, but I’m fine with keeping them in the sump for a while