Custom Aquarium Design, Installation & Maintenance
We offer a complete line of Aquarium services for Los Angeles and Orange County
Aquarium Design is our passion at Fish By Design, where we excel in installing custom aquariums throughout Los Angeles and Orange County. With over three decades of experience, our aquarium design company collaborates with homeowners, contractors, and design professionals to create unique aquatic masterpieces. We specialize in custom aquarium design that perfectly balances our clients’ preferences, spatial requirements, and budgetary considerations.
As the leading custom aquarium builders in Los Angeles, we offer comprehensive services including design, installation, and maintenance of 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 custom aquarium we create.
Our commitment to excellence in custom aquarium design is evident in our complimentary on-site consultations offered across Southern California. From Beverly Hills to Newport Beach, Santa Monica to Laguna Beach, and everywhere in between, our aquarium design company is 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.
Our Services
At Fish By Design, we specialize in a comprehensive range of services including Aquarium Design, Ecosystem Design, Custom Fabrication and Installation, as well as thorough Maintenance and Management, ensuring the highest quality and sustainability for aquatic environments.
Our New
Westminster
Showroom
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 β and our staff can help you select the perfect piece before you buy.
Westminster, CA 92683
(Showroom Number)
Sat: 10amβ4pm
Orange County
OCEANIC OASIS INTERIORS
Bring the beauty of the ocean into your home with a custom aquarium designed by Fish By Design. We specialize in creating unique and stunning aquariums tailored to your individual needs and style.
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Our Family loves the amazing aquarium created for us by the Fish By Design team.
And they are always available when needed
Create Your Escape
Whether you want a saltwater aquarium teeming with colorful fish and corals, or a freshwater aquarium with lush plants and tranquil waterfalls, we can create the perfect oasis for you to relax and enjoy.
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Fish By Design does a great job, and their passion is evident in their work.
MARINE INFLUENCED HABITATS
Aquarium and pond maintenance are essential for keeping your aquatic pets healthy and thriving. By following a regular maintenance schedule, you can help to ensure that your aquarium or pond water is clean and free of harmful toxins.Β
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Regarding your services, we chose your company for its holistic approach, and the positive results are evident.
LIVING WITH AQUATIC ELEGANCE
Fish By Design provides expert water feature maintenance services across LA and Orange County. We specialize in maintaining, designing, and restoring fountains, ponds, and waterfalls.
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While other service companies have maintained our reef aquarium adequately, Fish by Design has elevated its aesthetics to a marvelous new level.
Aquatic Build and Integration
Fish By Design transforms your space with comprehensive aquarium manufacturing and installation services. From custom tank fabrication to advanced filtration systems,
OCEANIC OASIS INTERIORS
Bring the beauty of the ocean into your home with a custom aquarium designed by Fish By Design. We specialize in creating unique and stunning aquariums tailored to your individual needs and style.
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Our Family loves the amazing aquarium created for us by the Fish By Design team. And they are always available when neededCREATE YOUR ESCAPE
Whether you want a saltwater aquarium teeming with colorful fish and corals, or a freshwater aquarium with lush plants and tranquil waterfalls, we can create the perfect oasis for you to relax and enjoy.
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Fish By Design does a great job and their passion is evident in their work.MARINE INFLUENCED HABITATS
Aquarium and pond maintenance are essential for keeping your aquatic pets healthy and thriving. By following a regular maintenance schedule, you can help to ensure that your aquarium or pond water is clean and free of harmful toxins, and that your fish and other aquatic life have a healthy and comfortable environment.
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Regarding your services, we chose your company for its holistic approach, and the positive results are evident.LIVING WITH AQUATIC ELEGANCE
Fish By Design provides expert water feature maintenance services across LA and Orange County. We specialize in maintaining, designing, and restoring fountains, ponds, and waterfalls.
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While other service companies have maintained our reef aquarium adequately, Fish by Design has elevated its aesthetics to a marvelous new level.Aquatic Build and Integration
Fish By Design transforms your space with comprehensive aquarium manufacturing and installation services. From custom tank fabrication to advanced filtration systems,
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πβ¨ Prepare to immerse yourself in underwater enchantment! Behold the transformation of this wall into a mesmerizing 100-gallon reef tank, skillfully crafted by Fish By Design in Mission Viejo. π ποΈ Witness the journey from before installation to after, as ordinary space is turned into a stunning aquatic paradise! πΈ Swipe left to see the magical evolution. Ready to turn your walls into wonders? Contact Fish By Design today for your own aquatic masterpiece! ππ΅ #FishByDesign #ReefTankMagic #MissionViejo #AquaticWonders
Beautiful aquariums don`t stay beautiful by accident.
The difference between a thriving reef and an expensive problem? Professional maintenance and expert monitoring.
Our latest blog covers:
What professional maintenance actually includes
Why DIY rarely works for luxury installations
The true cost of neglect
How we keep systems running flawlessly for decades
30+ years. Thousands of service calls.
Learn what sets professional aquarium maintenance apart: https://fishbydesign.com/professional-aquarium-maintenance-los-angeles/
#AquariumMaintenance #ReefKeeping #CustomAquarium #LuxuryHome"
Something BIG is happening! π β‘οΈπͺΈ
One of our longtime clients is ready for a change β and we are HERE for it. We`re draining and cleaning out this 40-gallon freshwater tank to kick off a full saltwater reef conversion! π
From freshwater to a thriving reef ecosystem β the glow-up is going to be INCREDIBLE. Stay tuned because we`ll be documenting every step of this transformation right here.
π Follow us so you don`t miss a single update as this tank comes to life!
#ReefTank #SaltwaterConversion #AquariumLife #ReefBuild #FishTank #MarineLife #AquascapeGoals
βοΈ Happy St. Patrick`s Day from our reef to yours! π
We couldn`t think of a better way to celebrate than by showing off the greens we love most β our favorite green corals! ππ
All week we`ve been handpicking the standout pieces from our collection, and today we`re sharing them all with YOU. Because honestly, these deserve to be seen. π
Tag a reefer who needs some green in their tank! π
#StPatricksDay #GreenCoral #ReefTank #CoralNerd #SaltwaterAquarium #ReefCommunity #MarineLife #CoralObsessed
A little update from us β we owe you an honest one! π
In our excitement to get things rolling, we may have jumped the gun on our opening date. Some of our equipment is still in transit, so we`re officially moving our Grand Opening to Friday, March 27th.
We`re so grateful for your patience and support as we get everything just right. We promise it`ll be worth it β see you soon! π
#GrandOpening #SmallBusiness #ComingSoon
π§ Follow the flow. From tap to tank, watch our multi-stage RODI system do its thing here at Fish By Design Store. Every gallon passes through sediment filters, carbon blocks, a reverse osmosis membrane, and a DI resin stage β stripping out virtually every impurity along the way. We test our water regularly and keep up with every maintenance interval so you never have to wonder what`s going into your tank. Pure RODI and freshly mixed saltwater, available right here at the store. Your reef deserves nothing less. ππ
#FishByDesignStore #RODI #ReefTank #Saltwater #LocalFishStore #ReefReady #WaterQuality #MarineAquarium
Something special is brewing in these little jars. π€«πΏ
What you`re looking at are our test cultures of live phytoplankton and live zooplankton β and we are NERDING OUT over the results so far. π§ͺβ¨
We`re in the testing and refinement phase right now, but once we`re fully satisfied with the health and quality of our colonies, we`ll be offering fresh batches for sale β to our aquarium service clients AND anyone who walks through our new storefront. π
Here`s the catch β availability will be tied directly to when each batch reaches maturity. No rushing nature. π So when a batch is ready, it`s ready β and when it`s gone, it`s gone. β³
Live phyto and zoo are some of the most powerful tools you can add to a reef system β fueling your corals, feeding your pods, and keeping your ecosystem thriving from the bottom up. πͺΈπ
Follow along as we dial this in β you`ll want to be first in line when these drop. π
#Phytoplankton #Zooplankton #LiveCulture #ReefTank #AquariumLife #ReefLife #CoralReef #Saltwater #GrandOpeningSoon #LimitedBatches #Reefing
This. Right here. ππΏ
This is what a healthy refugium looks like β macro algae tumbling in the current like a slow, hypnotic washing machine. Pure reef therapy. πβ¨
And here`s the deal β when our storefront opens, we`re offering a LIMITED run of our very own macro algae for sale. Grown by pros. Maintained with care. Ready for your reef. πͺΈ
Supplies will NOT last, so follow us now and be first in line when our doors open. π
Your refugium deserves this. π
#MacroAlgae #RefugiumLife #ReefTank #LimitedSupply #GrandOpeningSoon #ReefKeeper #Saltwater #AquariumLife #Reefing #CoralFrags
Why mixed reefs make ideal architectural aquariums – a technical perspective.
Our latest article explores why we recommend mixed reef systems (combining SPS, LPS, and soft corals) for luxury residential installations:
Visual diversity and color throughout the display
Biological stability through species diversity
Flexibility for different lighting zones
Long-term sustainability and adaptability
For architects and designers: mixed reefs offer the most dynamic visual impact while maintaining system stability – critical for installations valued at $50K-$200K+.
Read the full technical breakdown: https://fishbydesign.com/reef-aquarium-vs-freshwater-luxury-homes/
#MarineAquarium #ArchitecturalDesign #LuxuryDesign #ReefAquarium
From blueprint to reality.
Swipe to see the transformation: architectural plans β framing β installation β thriving ecosystem.
This temperate aquarium installation shows our complete process:
Phase 1: Custom stand and canopy fabrication
Phase 2: Plumbing and life support installation
Phase 3: Aquascaping with live rock foundation
Phase 4: Coral and fish introduction over 6 months
Every project is a journey. This is what 30 years of expertise looks like in action.
πΈ Swipe for the complete transformation
π Location: [Newport Beach, CA]
β±οΈ Timeline: 8 weeks construction + 6 months maturation
#CustomAquarium #BeforeAndAfter #ReefBuilding #Transformation
The tanks are moving in! π πͺΈ
We`ve officially started setting up our new showroom and storefront, and let`s just say… finding the feng shui with a room full of aquariums is an art form in itself. π Every tank has a story, and we want each one to have the perfect home before our grand opening.
We`re arranging, rearranging, and maybe rearranging one more time β but the vision is coming to life right before our eyes and we couldn`t be more excited. π
Grand opening is on the horizon. Stay tuned! π‘πͺΈ
#AquariumShowroom #ReefLife #CoralFrags #TurnkeyAquarium #GrandOpeningSoon #ReefTank #LocalFishStore
We`re officially in build-out mode! ποΈ Our front room is getting a fresh coat of paint as we prepare to open our new showroom and storefront.
Here`s what you can look forward to:
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Turnkey aquarium systems on full display
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Unique coral frags available for purchase
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A space designed to inspire your next build
More updates coming soon. Follow along and be the first to know when we open our doors! π πͺΈ
#AquariumShowroom #CoralFrags #ReefTank #TurnkeyAquarium #LocalFishStore #ComingSoon