Residential aquariums can range in size from small, table top units to large tanks the size of a fireplace or big screen TV. Just about anything can be turned into an acrylic aquarium...
coffee table
room divider
wall display
Many fun and creative pieces are available in kits that include all the components of the acrylic aquarium are quite popular. These start at around 15 to 20 gallons and cost about 200 dollars or so. Just follow the set-up instructions and add fish!
Keep in mind that unless your butler will be maintaining the aquarium, you will have to maintain the aquarium. It's not a "set it and forget it" proposition. That's why the smaller units work best for homeowners, at least starting out.
The smallest size recommended for an aquarium is 5 gallons.
If you are looking for something truly unique for your home, you will certainly want to go with a professional aquarium designer. The last five years have seen a huge interest in lavish, custom-design home aquariums. High-end luxury home aquariums can weigh over 14,000 pounds and cost more than $100,000. Monthly maintenance runs upwards of $1,000.
People who own multimillion dollar homes are always looking for the wow factor and custom-designed aquariums can certainly provide that. With these combination architectural elements and art objects, the superwealthy can relive their trips to Las Vegas and mega hotels. In addition, homeowners love the stress relief these serene water sculptures provide. After all, you can always find an aquarium in a dentist's office--a big place for stress relief.
