Advice on aquascape

[aquatic26]

Hi everyone. I’m working on my aquascape for my new WB 15g peninsula. Going to keep softies and some LPS (plus a couple clowns). Posting photos of a few options. Any structural advice to keep a variety of corals happy? I have additional photos from other angles. Each option is 2-3” from sides and 4-6” from surface. Thank you!

 

[Tuan’s Reef]

I like the 1st option. Keeping only clowns for open aquascape is fine but you might need more caves for skittish fish.

 

[Mr. Mojo Rising]

I agree with above, good for a couple of clowns, but keep in mind that skittish fish like gobies will want caves or someplace to hide and feel safe. Even inverts like shrimp like to hide.

I really like arches, but they do limit the amount of rock space for corals. In a small tank like a 15, the arch itself will take a lot of space, leaving mainly the sand for coral placement.

IMO, the arch is very beautiful, but it does present limitations, so would need to be very selective of the inhabitants.

 

[argiBK]

My preference is #3. Asymmetry creates more areas for visual interest, peaks and valleys, and options for corals that can attain different heights. You get a couple more open spaces as well.

Plus, you still get an arch.

 

[aquatic26]

I took all your advice and broke out the super glue and a chisel! Feedback?

 

[MoshJosh]

I was gonna say all 3 look great. . . but #4 looks AWESOME! Great work!