Miami Aquatics Design builds freshwater aquariums that look like a piece of nature, not a box of water in the corner.
I'm Junik. I'm an Army Veteran and a City of Miami Firefighter Paramedic, and I've been building aquascapes for two years.
I design and build planted tanks for people in Miami. Every tank starts with a conversation about your space, your budget, and the look you want. Then I build it to fit.
You deal with me from the first call to the day the tank is running. No hand-offs. If you already have a tank or some equipment, I'll use what works and tell you what doesn't.
I work in English & Spanish, so you can talk it through in the language you're most comfortable with.
Services
Three ways to work together, depending on what you already have.
Full custom build. You start from nothing. I help you pick the tank size, design the aquascape, source the equipment, and deliver it set up and running.
Upgrade an existing tank. You have a tank that isn't what you want. I keep the equipment that still works, replace what doesn't, and redo the aquascape.
Design only, your equipment. You have the tank and the gear. I bring the design, plants, stone, and wood, and build the layout.
Every job includes a plan up front, so you know what you're getting and what it costs before work starts.
Aquascape styles
Five styles to start from. Most people pick one and adjust it to their taste. If you're not sure, I'll help you choose.
Dutch. Rows of colorful stem plants arranged like a flower garden. Bright, organized, and full of color. Usually no rock or wood.
Jungle. Dense, wild plant growth with driftwood and roots. It looks overgrown on purpose, like a riverbank in the tropics.
Iwagumi. Stones are the focus, set on a low carpet of plants. Simple and calm, with only a few plant types.
Brackish. Slightly salty water for fish that live where rivers meet the sea, like mollies and bumblebee gobies. Fits Miami well.
Landscape. A natural scene in miniature: a hillside, a forest floor, or a riverbank, built with plants, stone, and wood.
How it works
Send a request. Fill out the short form below. Tell me what you have, what you want, and where it will go.
We talk it over. I call you, or text or WhatsApp if you prefer, to go over size, style, budget, and timing.
You get a plan. I send the design, the equipment list, and the price. Nothing starts until you approve it.
I build it. I set up the tank, the equipment, and the aquascape.
It's ready to enjoy. I show you how to care for it and what to watch for in the first few weeks.
Homes, businesses, and languages
For your home. A living room wall, a home office, a bedroom. I'll look at the light, the floor, and the space so the tank fits and stays healthy.
For your business. A lobby, waiting room, restaurant, or office. A planted tank gives people something to look at and makes a space feel calmer.
Service area.
Miami and surrounding areas.
Languages.
English & Español.
FAQ
I already have a tank. Can you use it?
Yes, if it's in good shape. I'll check it and your equipment and tell you what to keep and what to replace.
What size tank should I get?
It depends on the space, the style, and the fish you want. Bigger tanks are often easier to keep stable. We'll pick the size together.
How long does it take?
It depends on the size and whether equipment has to be ordered. Tell me your timeline in the request and I'll tell you if it's realistic.
Are planted tanks hard to keep?
Some styles take more care than others. Iwagumi and Dutch need more trimming. Jungle and landscape are more forgiving. I'll match the style to how much time you want to spend.
Do you do saltwater?
I focus on freshwater and brackish tanks.
