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Custom Aquarium Design, Installation & Maintenance

We offer a complete line of Aquarium services for Los Angeles and Orange County

Custom aquarium design is our passion at Fish By Design, where we design and install custom aquariums throughout Los Angeles and Orange County. With 30+ years of experience, our team collaborates with homeowners, contractors, and design professionals to create unique aquatic masterpieces — balancing your preferences, spatial requirements, and budget. As the leading custom aquarium builders in Los Angeles, we offer comprehensive design, installation, and maintenance for marine aquariums and living reefs. Our expertise extends to both residential and commercial interiors, providing professional aquarium management for a worry-free experience.
We take pride in our complete selection of freshwater and saltwater fish, corals, and invertebrates, ensuring a vibrant ecosystem for every aquarium we create. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our complimentary on-site consultations across Southern California. From Beverly Hills to Newport Beach, Santa Monica to Laguna Beach, and everywhere in between, we’re ready to bring your aquatic vision to life. Contact us today for a free estimate on your new aquarium project and discover why we’re the go-to custom aquarium builders in Los Angeles and Orange County.
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Westminster
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Browse live coral, see our display aquariums in person, and speak directly with our team. Every online order is available for pickup at our showroom — and our staff can help you select the perfect piece before you buy.

Address
14726 Goldenwest St. Suite D-Store
Westminster, CA 92683
Phone
1-714-897-2747
(Showroom Number)
Hours
Fri - Sun: 12 noon–6pm
Serving
Los Angeles &
Orange County
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Aquarium Services in LA & Orange County

Bring the beauty of the ocean into your home or business with Fish By Design. For over 30 years, we’ve handled every stage of the process — custom aquarium design, fabrication, installation, and ongoing aquarium maintenance — for clients across Los Angeles and Orange County. Explore our full range of services below.
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Aquarium Design
Custom aquarium design tailored to your space, style, and vision — from intimate freshwater displays to expansive reef installations across LA and OC.
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Balanced Ecosystems
Saltwater and freshwater ecosystems designed for long-term stability — the right livestock, chemistry, and filtration working in harmony from day one.
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Fabrication & Installation
Custom aquarium fabrication and professional installation — built to exact specifications and integrated seamlessly into your home or commercial space.
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Maintenance & Management
Scheduled aquarium maintenance for reef, saltwater, and freshwater systems. Regular water testing, cleaning, and equipment checks — worry-free ownership.
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Koi Pond Design & Service
Koi pond design, installation, and maintenance for LA and Orange County — custom build, filtration, water quality, and seasonal care for indoor and outdoor ponds.
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Water Feature Maintenance
Expert maintenance for fountains and outdoor water features across LA and Orange County — keeping your investment healthy through every season.
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Fish By Design Projects

Trade & Design Partners

We Work With
Architects
& Designers

Fish By Design has been the preferred partner for architects, interior designers, and luxury homebuilders across Los Angeles and Orange County for over 30 years. From early-stage space planning through custom aquarium installation, we integrate seamlessly into your project timeline. Our team handles residential, commercial, and hospitality aquarium design — delivering a finished, living installation your clients will talk about for years.

"A living aquarium changes the entire character of a space — and we make sure it stays that way."
— Fish By Design, Est. 30+ Years
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Early-Stage Collaboration

We join your project at the planning phase — providing structural load specs, plumbing and electrical requirements, and scaled drawings your team can work from directly.

Custom Fabrication

Every tank is built to your exact dimensions and finish requirements — acrylic or glass, rimless or framed, wall-integrated or freestanding. No off-the-shelf compromises.

White-Glove Installation

Our crew works around your construction schedule. We handle delivery, placement, plumbing, electrical, and full livestock setup — leaving your client with a finished, living piece.

Ongoing Maintenance

Monthly aquarium maintenance contracts keep the system performing long after handoff. Your client stays happy. Your referral stays intact.

Latest informational Posts

The #1 question we get: "How much does a custom aquarium installation cost?" High-end luxury systems demand rigorous technical specifications—from architectural structural load checks to advanced custom life support systems. We break down the real variables behind luxury tank design over on our blog. Read the full guide via the link in our bio!

#CustomAquariumCost #AquariumFabrication #LuxuryAquariumDesignService #ArchitecturalAquarium #AquariumInstallation

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The #1 question we get: "How much does a custom aquarium installation cost?" High-end luxury systems demand rigorous technical specifications—from architectural structural load checks to advanced custom life support systems. We break down the real variables behind luxury tank design over on our blog. Read the full guide via the link in our bio!#CustomAquariumCost #AquariumFabrication #LuxuryAquariumDesignService #ArchitecturalAquarium #AquariumInstallation

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Clean, consistent, and reef-ready. Great water is the foundation of every successful reef tank, and we`ve got you covered! Stop by our Westminster showroom with your jugs for ultra-pure RODI at $0.89/gal or saltwater mixed with Instant Ocean Reef Crystals at $0.99/gal. Save time, skip the second-guessing, and let us do the work behind the scenes!

#RODIWater #InstantOcean #ReefCrystals #ReefKeeping #SaltLife #AquariumCare #WestminsterAquariumShop

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Clean, consistent, and reef-ready. Great water is the foundation of every successful reef tank, and we've got you covered! Stop by our Westminster showroom with your jugs for ultra-pure RODI at $0.89/gal or saltwater mixed with Instant Ocean Reef Crystals at $0.99/gal. Save time, skip the second-guessing, and let us do the work behind the scenes!#RODIWater #InstantOcean #ReefCrystals #ReefKeeping #SaltLife #AquariumCare #WestminsterAquariumShop

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🪸 WE MADE IT TO DAY 9 AND WHAT A WEEK IT HAS BEEN! 🪸
Take a look at everything we have been featuring for our Store Opening Specials! Every single one of these deals has been our way of saying thank you to this amazing reef community for the incredible support. We are just getting started and we cannot wait to show you what we have in store. If you haven`t made it in yet there is still time — come see us and let`s talk reef! 🌊🔥
📍 Open Thursday–Sunday | Noon–6pm
14726 Goldenwest St # D, Westminster, CA 92683
#StoreOpeningSpecial #ReefTank #CoralSale #SaltLife #ReefKeeping #ReefCommunity #Zoanthids #HammerCoral #Montipora #LeatherCorals #GreenStarPolyps

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🪸 WE MADE IT TO DAY 9 AND WHAT A WEEK IT HAS BEEN! 🪸 Take a look at everything we have been featuring for our Store Opening Specials! Every single one of these deals has been our way of saying thank you to this amazing reef community for the incredible support. We are just getting started and we cannot wait to show you what we have in store. If you haven't made it in yet there is still time — come see us and let's talk reef! 🌊🔥 📍 Open Thursday–Sunday | Noon–6pm 14726 Goldenwest St # D, Westminster, CA 92683 #StoreOpeningSpecial #ReefTank #CoralSale #SaltLife #ReefKeeping #ReefCommunity #Zoanthids #HammerCoral #Montipora #LeatherCorals #GreenStarPolyps

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💧 DAY 8 OF OUR STORE OPENING SPECIALS 💧
Premium RODI & Mixed Saltwater — because your tank deserves the best!
Great water is the foundation of every successful reef tank and we`ve got you covered! We carry fresh RODI water at just $0.89/gallon — regularly tested and filter maintained so you know you`re always getting the purest water possible. And if you`re ready to go, our saltwater is mixed with Instant Ocean Reef Crystals at only $0.99/gallon. Clean, consistent, and reef ready! No more lugging home equipment or second guessing your parameters — just bring your jugs and let us do the work! 🌊🔥
📍 We`re open TODAY — Thursday–Sunday | Noon–6pm
14726 Goldenwest St # D, Westminster, CA 92683
Come see us!
#RODIWater #Saltwater #InstantOcean #ReefCrystals #ReefTank #StoreOpeningSpecial #SaltLife #ReefKeeping

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💧 DAY 8 OF OUR STORE OPENING SPECIALS 💧 Premium RODI & Mixed Saltwater — because your tank deserves the best! Great water is the foundation of every successful reef tank and we've got you covered! We carry fresh RODI water at just $0.89/gallon — regularly tested and filter maintained so you know you're always getting the purest water possible. And if you're ready to go, our saltwater is mixed with Instant Ocean Reef Crystals at only $0.99/gallon. Clean, consistent, and reef ready! No more lugging home equipment or second guessing your parameters — just bring your jugs and let us do the work! 🌊🔥 📍 We're open TODAY — Thursday–Sunday | Noon–6pm 14726 Goldenwest St # D, Westminster, CA 92683 Come see us! #RODIWater #Saltwater #InstantOcean #ReefCrystals #ReefTank #StoreOpeningSpecial #SaltLife #ReefKeeping

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We’re OPEN—and yes, your aquarium is about to glow up.

Snag our opening specials before they swim away 🐠
💧 RODI water deals
🌿 Coral steals (seriously… don’t wait)
🔥 Up to 25% OFF select beauties

New to reefing or ready to level up? We’ll make it look easy.

📍 Stop by and say hi!
💬 Ask about our Grab a Frag deal
🆓 FREE consultations

Warning: side effects may include staring at your tank for hours 😊🐠

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We’re OPEN—and yes, your aquarium is about to glow up.Snag our opening specials before they swim away 🐠 💧 RODI water deals 🌿 Coral steals (seriously… don’t wait) 🔥 Up to 25% OFF select beautiesNew to reefing or ready to level up? We’ll make it look easy.📍 Stop by and say hi! 💬 Ask about our Grab a Frag deal 🆓 FREE consultationsWarning: side effects may include staring at your tank for hours 😊🐠

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🔴 DAY 7 OF OUR STORE OPENING SPECIALS 🔴
Red Montipora Frags — only $4.99!
Yes, you read that right. $4.99 a frag! 🤯 Red Montipora is one of the most gorgeous encrusting corals in the hobby — that deep vivid red absolutely pops under reef lighting and spreads into a breathtaking carpet across your rockwork over time. At $4.99 a frag there is absolutely no reason not to grab a handful and get a colony started. This is the kind of deal that doesn`t come around often so get in here! 🌊🔥
📍 We`re open TODAY — Thursday–Sunday | Noon–6pm
14726 Goldenwest St # D, Westminster, CA 92683
Come see us!
#RedMontipora #Montipora #ReefTank #StoreOpeningSpecial #CoralSale #FragSwap #SaltLife #ReefKeeping

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🔴 DAY 7 OF OUR STORE OPENING SPECIALS 🔴 Red Montipora Frags — only $4.99! Yes, you read that right. $4.99 a frag! 🤯 Red Montipora is one of the most gorgeous encrusting corals in the hobby — that deep vivid red absolutely pops under reef lighting and spreads into a breathtaking carpet across your rockwork over time. At $4.99 a frag there is absolutely no reason not to grab a handful and get a colony started. This is the kind of deal that doesn't come around often so get in here! 🌊🔥 📍 We're open TODAY — Thursday–Sunday | Noon–6pm 14726 Goldenwest St # D, Westminster, CA 92683 Come see us! #RedMontipora #Montipora #ReefTank #StoreOpeningSpecial #CoralSale #FragSwap #SaltLife #ReefKeeping

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