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CamBarr 01/08/2008 01:11 PM

Modern Reef Aquariums
 
I wanted to start a thread on Modern Reef Keeping. I think more or less im talking about the sophisticated well planed out systems that look very modern and contemporary in design and are more minimalist in nature but are ultimately highly sophisticated reef systems.

Some examples:
Canadian's All-in-One Cube
http://reefcentral.com/gallery/data/...Full_Front.jpg

More info can be found here: http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...readid=1283686

Nano Guys Elos system 70 with custom DIY Stand
http://home.pacbell.net/deejay27//sale/tank_light.jpg
http://home.pacbell.net/deejay27//de...mp_reactor.jpg
http://home.pacbell.net/deejay27//de.../dec_tank2.jpg

More info can be found here: http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...5&pagenumber=1

won digity's Modern 10 Gal Nano
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v6...y/shottank.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v6...ronttank-1.jpg
More info can be found here:
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...readid=1288769

LobsterOfJustice 01/08/2008 03:15 PM

Don't forget "Leonardo's Formosa Forest"

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q...rest/16web.jpg

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q...rest/15web.jpg

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...5&pagenumber=1

beaglelax 01/08/2008 03:16 PM

i like the idea of less is more

CamBarr 01/08/2008 04:53 PM

me to "Simplicity is the ultamate sophistocation"

WZHANG 01/08/2008 05:27 PM

thanks for including my tank CamBarr. It is cool to see that people are into modern design ideals.

When it comes to presentation, I really like this TOTM

http://reefkeeping.com/issues/2006-0...otal13_jpg.jpg

Quatro 01/08/2008 05:58 PM

Here's another example of aqua life in a modern setting:

http://img105.imageshack.us/img105/1331/dscn2787ky0.jpg
http://img176.imageshack.us/img176/1043/dscn2790dm9.jpg
http://i203.photobucket.com/albums/a...8/DSCN2911.jpg

Thread:

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...5&pagenumber=1

Quatro 01/08/2008 06:03 PM

Of course Invicibles!

http://img87.imageshack.us/img87/5501/tripod4ap6.jpg

thread:

http://reefcentral.com/forums/showth...5&pagenumber=1

crazy4acros is an excellent example of your minimalist approach:

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s...y/DSC05429.jpg

thread:

http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...readid=1288059

glassbox-design 01/08/2008 06:05 PM

i prefer this quote taken from muji's home page...


Quote:

Because there is complexity in purity.

Elegance in plainness.

Intricacy in streamlining.

Richness in reduction.

Depth in minimalism.

Surprise in uniformity.

Innovation in re-use.

Cool in the avoidance of cool.

And there is true
sophistication in simplicity.
nice to see more tanks coming around, but i have yet to see a real complete package. just as important as the tank and stand is the environment it is in. i'd suggest looking at some contemporary design books that showcase homes with aquariums. often the actual aquarium is lacking but the design is not.

Quatro 01/08/2008 06:08 PM

Finally, anything ELOS is the epitome of modern aquarium beauty for Saltwater: ;)

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/226/4...aa8fe64a_o.jpg



P.S. If you like this stuff, check out ADA's freshwater aquarium designs, talk about perfection!

CamBarr 01/08/2008 06:41 PM

Quote:

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=11552641#post11552641 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by won digity
thanks for including my tank CamBarr. It is cool to see that people are into modern design ideals.

When it comes to presentation, I really like this TOTM

http://reefkeeping.com/issues/2006-0...otal13_jpg.jpg

Me too I beleive this tank uses the Balling method

WZHANG 01/08/2008 07:05 PM

Quote:

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=11552905#post11552905 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Flint&Eric
i prefer this quote taken from muji's home page...




nice to see more tanks coming around, but i have yet to see a real complete package. just as important as the tank and stand is the environment it is in. i'd suggest looking at some contemporary design books that showcase homes with aquariums. often the actual aquarium is lacking but the design is not.


interesting quote, I guess I can agree with it as I personally feel it's just aesthetics and nothing much deeper. Ornateness achieved through simplicity.

And I totally agree about environment.

There is some pretty scary contemporary stuff out there too though, lol.

Aquabucket 01/08/2008 07:06 PM

Cool thread!

Some extremely sharp set-ups here so far.

My 40G. may not be as modern as some of the others posted here but it has minimal equipment visible (no skimmer or sump) and the tank can be projected live on the wall (I have since put in a projection screen that drops down). The white acrylic accents the tank nicely and the streamlined HOT5 fixture is something I made with an empty aluminum hood and some more white acrylic. I made the stand with some bamboo accents and the coral rack above it as well.

http://reefcentral.com/gallery/data/...290apr2909.jpg

http://reefcentral.com/gallery/data/...290apr2908.jpg

http://reefcentral.com/gallery/data/...290apr0202.jpg

mccrat 01/08/2008 07:24 PM

I am currently planning a 200g in our new home which we will have possession on Feb 7th. Our home is very modern styling with natural maple flooring and cabinets and lots of stainless steel throughout the home. Many of these tanks are my inspiration and can't wait for mine to become reality. For those who are interested, I will creating a build thread as my planning is more complete.

Quatro 01/08/2008 07:57 PM

Aquabucket, great example of thinking outside the box. Modern in the respect that your approach is non-traditional.

won digity, nice comments, but I think aesthetics can inspire reflection which leads to deeper understanding, so looks have their merits.

F&E - awesome quote, and I agree. The book the inspired aquarium displays gorgeous homes with lackluster aquaria, so does MTV's cribs for that matter. Most aquariums from Japan do not provide this satisfaction of both aquaria and "room" because, while the aquariums are simply stunning, spot metal halides are utilized heavily, and those are hard to hide and not very appealing to the eye, so it goes both ways. There are examples out there that satisfy both environments, you've just got to do some searching. ;)

OT, I know, but here's a "modern" freshwater tank that looks great in itself and it's environment (sorry I don't have a full room picture, but this aquarium is in a dining room):

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d1...iv/bigtank.jpg

Push the boundary!

WZHANG 01/08/2008 08:19 PM

^amazing tank^

Don't get me wrong, I totally agree that aesthetics are important in that aspect. I'm an admirer aesthetics for many reasons and there is so much crap that exists that is in very poor taste.

It's just that when it comes down to it, modernism/minimalism don't strike me as very rational living lifestyles (I'm more of a bohemian at heart :) ). Exhibits are great to look at, but not always fit in a home. As a lover of many different design styles, I just can't find it in my heart to be all too deep about and truly accept what people have been sold to as "Modern." Especially when you understand the hypocracy related to Modern design history, and what the Modern design movement is all about.

It is great that design can inspire and leave people awestruck by it. That is what is so great and powerful about design. Anyways, I won't de-thread this thread anymore about design rants, lol. As I really do love alot of modern design.

Quatro 01/08/2008 09:02 PM

Exactly, it's about achieving a balance, for you perhaps finding genuine and appreciable art/design that has beauty AND function(meaning), and for the aquarist it is perhaps finding the right aesthetic appeal in both your aquarium AND how it fits in the living room or other environment and still function in a simple yet advanced, effective way.

There is more than what meets the eyes in greatness/art/aquascaping... lol

Keep the examples and images coming :)

glassbox-design 01/08/2008 10:12 PM

Quote:

<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=11554101#post11554101 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by won digity
there is so much crap that exists that is in very poor taste.

It's just that when it comes down to it, modernism/minimalism don't strike me as very rational living lifestyles (I'm more of a bohemian at heart :) ). Exhibits are great to look at, but not always fit in a home. As a lover of many different design styles, I just can't find it in my heart to be all too deep about and truly accept what people have been sold to as "Modern." Especially when you understand the hypocracy related to Modern design history, and what the Modern design movement is all about.

not to de-rail this further, but most of what is labeled modern is not my style. modern classics is one thing, but much of today's modern is like you say in very poor taste. also most people's conception of modern is minimal which is another misconception imo. the lines of modernism have been blurred, most likely forever...not that it's a bad thing, but i'll stick with the term contemporary :p

like you say minimalism isnt a look, it truly is a lifestyle. i find it odd how loosely it is used.

reefhead165 01/08/2008 11:20 PM

My 165...
http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/i...DSCF1846-1.jpg

CamBarr 01/09/2008 12:54 AM

wow looking good guys

rhoptowit 01/09/2008 01:16 AM

i like the TOTM for july 2007.

here

WZHANG 01/09/2008 02:28 AM

i like that one too... I just hate those window shades.. lol..

ok.. I can be overcritical.. but its a really nice example and very clean.


klint&eric and Quatro,
I totally agree with you guys on every word..
Its nice to be able to chat design on these forums.

CamBarr 01/09/2008 11:24 AM

who's got more pics???

ReefTECK 01/09/2008 12:18 PM

This one was in CORAL magazine in the first volume about three years ago. Still one of my favorite tanks of all time!

http://a65.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/...ec11746830.jpg

ReefTECK 01/09/2008 12:21 PM

PS: that Formosa Forrest one is one of my new favorites, amazing!

CamBarr 01/09/2008 01:14 PM

wow great stand. The rest of the furnature in the room dosent jive with the tank???


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