Tank/Plumbing design for new tank

[Gary21]

Hi All,

I used to have a simple 75G reef tank years ago in my apartment. I am now in a house and am planning an addition of a family room that will include a new tank - around 115-150G. As this is a new addition, I have the opportunity to plumb where it will make sense as long as not cost prohibitive. Regionally, I am in NY.

1) water changes
- does it make sense to plumb R/O output next to the tank to refill/mix water for changes? Would put stop valve to ensure no overflow.
- do folks do some kind out outgoing plumbing from tank area to waste so we can do tank changes without using buckets? Going to be wood floors so trying to reduce damage scenarios where it makes sense.

2) any other sites/article you would recommend I review for ideas as well? I have looked at a few random ones.

3). Do folks generally do chillers now? In an apartment it was different and I am on the fence if it is necessary.

Thanks in advance for your advice

 

[T-J]

Congrats on the new build!
If it's at all possible, I'd consider building a equipment room for the new build. It doesn't have to be big. Just big enough to contain the plumbing and gear, plus a small sink. It will handle all of the items you're asking about, and will make life so much easier.
In regards to chillers, there are a lot of factors that go into whether you'll need a chiller or not. Number of lights, pumps in the water, UV sterilizer heat, etc. Then there's the ambient temp of your home.
On my tank with MH lights, I had a chiller. My LED tanks, no chillers...so far.