EDIT: To elaborate on how this works, it's essentially a terrarium that's underwater, as explained in the video. The only difference is that the plants are growing in the aquarium's substrate. In this way, the plants will sustain themselves just as they would in a traditional terrarium. When the lights go off the plants respire and give off CO2, which is utilized again when the lights turn back on. It creates a nice loop that keeps the system going indefinitely. I elaborate on it here in a much older video. kzread.info/dash/bejne/aYCbltazm6vNhtI.html I wasn’t sure if this build would even be possible, but I was able to make it happen! It’s definitely a wacky concept, but in principle it should work long term. It’s basically just a combination of a terrarium and riparium, but underwater. It’s always fun to bring these ideas to reality, so I hope you all enjoy it! Let me know what you think and enjoy the rest of your weekend SerpaSquad!

@chrisl1873

Жыл бұрын

I'm worried that the plants will eventually consume all the carbon dioxide in the container. I'm not a biologist and not at all knocking the design. A possible solution would be to blow new air in from time to time. Very fun build!

@brockstephen6210

Жыл бұрын

@@chrisl1873 Yeah I was also wondering the same thing, it will be super interesting to see how this progresses

@mrn7335

Жыл бұрын

@@chrisl1873 probably CO2 will just go up and down during the lights on/off cycle when there's no photosynthesis.

@spicyreef

Жыл бұрын

I did similar in a 150g with clownfish to keep separated from other clowns worked really well and looked amazing until algae started growing on both sides of the container!!! made a couple vids on it - ugh... 😊

@LKonstantina915

Жыл бұрын

@@chrisl1873 what if he added that thing that makes bubbles below the containers? I dont know what its called but its used in aquariums to circulate air. Then maybe also use C02 filters. Would this work?

This is crazy! Never seen something like this. I'm curious to see how this one develops over time !

@davidvento5481

Жыл бұрын

I got total “living on Mars” vibes from the thumbnail! So wild!

@The-Cat

Жыл бұрын

I wonder if the roots would start rotting because of being submerged in water forever since they arent aquatic plants ( the ones in the bubble)

@themallimalli

9 ай бұрын

​@@The-Catsometimes they do but most times it changes the roots to being hydroponic :D

@The-Cat

9 ай бұрын

@@themallimalli Whoa!!! That's actually cool to know!!! Thanks for sharing that knowledge!

What if you coated the inside of the jars with something hydrophobic? Lots of chemicals do that for clothing and shoes and things and maybe it would allow that glass to become far more transparent. Also love the back frosting, adds a great effect! Love watching your videos man, its so relaxing and makes me really want to build a small aquarium when I have more space.

@natillaamg228

Жыл бұрын

That would be a good idea, but the question is, would it be safe for the plants? I genuinely don't know, but if it is safe, that would be a really cool solution!

@yourmother3207

Жыл бұрын

Wouldn't the water just bead up then? I guess it would get rid of the fog

@sociallysatanic

Жыл бұрын

@@yourmother3207 perhaps, but then perhaps gravity would eventually pull the droplets down...? the water line might rise in the terrariums but again, he can just blow more air in there i 'spose

@HGD70

Жыл бұрын

Very interesting. Definitely worth giving it a year or so to see how it works out over time.

@L_une

Жыл бұрын

Yes, you could coat the outside of the glass with that silica form of aerogel that has been converted to be hydrophobic, and it should be plant safe, however I don't know this for certain. Also gotta add, the plants will be releasing oxygen and need fed co2. No experience with this stuff but perhaps it could be researched and a co2 cylinder can be used with a controlled release air valve? But definitely do research and approach safely using co2. Also not sure about nitrogen? Theres a happy balance of gasses for different plants.

Please keep this build together for at least a year and then update us! This is such an interesting concept. While it seems similar to past projects I'd say this is something wholly different. I'm extremely curious about gas exchange in the plant bubbles and if the respired CO2 from the plants themselves will indeed be adequate to keep them thriving. I suspect some CO2 will also leech into the air from the water as it evaporates and the condenses on the glass. Your builds always inspire me so much!

Can always expect something downright ethereal with your designs! It's like seeing little fairy or mermaid habitats and each project looks like you plucked the setup out of a photo in the wild. Thanks for the quality, creative content as always!

@hummingbird3771

11 ай бұрын

For real!! He is an inspiration ✨️

This is crazy!! I could imagine tha there are some safe anti-fog sprays for better cleraty! Also I would have loved to see some animals like crabs or frogs that could use the space in the bubble as well. Keep it up!

@SoraiaLMotta

Жыл бұрын

great idea would improve a lot the open terrarium comcept

This is amazing! It's like a science fiction world of underwater habitats in miniature. Also very beautiful. I actually don't think the condensation on the cloches is detrimental to the aesthetic effect--it adds to the otherworldly look.

Seems like a nightmare to clean all that glass. What I'd be interested in to see is if the submersed aquarium plants will eventually grow inside the cloches in their emersed forms... and also, of course, how this setup does long-time.

@MrDanelius

Жыл бұрын

Maybe put some shrimp and snails in there and cleaning should be less of an issue.

@andrew1717xx

Жыл бұрын

I'm guessing increasing the hydrophopic inside surface will alleviate condensation, so if it does form, it won't stay. I wonder if he could scale this up and own the effect going for a rainforest look. I'd very much like to see if this can be tweeked maybe in ways i haven't thought.

I was literally thinking about building one of these last night. This is insane. They say when you think of an idea that has never been thought of 10 other people in the world will have that exact same thought right then and there. But only 1 if not none will follow through with the idea. I’m glad you did. I wouldn’t of been able to pull this off. Super smart and unique. Reminds me of the floating islands in avatar

I know the condensation makes it hard to see the plants, but it gives the entire scape a futuristic silver sheen that I love. Beautiful work as always!

Wow! That is a crazy idea! I am really interested to see how these plants do long term. I'm already excited for the update.

Your imagination & your minds ability to bring whatever you can think of to fruition blows me out of the water every time. Well done! That piece looks like something straight out of a sci-fi fantasy world! I can just imagine an entire world like this except our houses, streets, forests & every other kind of building & structure we need/want are all inside enclosed air pockets, too! This is how man will build under the sea! 😀😍😋

This is like something you’d see in in a SciFi! It’s so awesome to see something like this come to life 😮 🤩

Oh no I loved that minimalist mountain terrarium!! But I also love the new underwater domed city look of the cloches. Very cool build!!

I bet this is going to be the next big thing, and I can't believe nobody thought about this before. This is so awesome.

wow i spend a LOT of time thinking of aquarium/terrarium concepts but i’ve never even considered this. tanner is truly the mad scientist of the scaping world

It looks like some futuristic underwater garden. I like it!

Very cool idea! Love the execution too. From the thumbnail, I thought the domes might be inserted through holes cut in the bottom of the aquarium & siliconed water-tight but the actual suspension under the water is even more impressive. That approach might help with the condensation issue, though the plants would no longer be receiving water from the aquarium unless they were rooted in a sump below. It did get me thinking, though, that a large aquarium with a big dome coming up in the center would be a neat way to stick your head up in the middle of the aquascape! Would need to be a thick walled dome. Cheers from VT!

@drewabbey9390

Жыл бұрын

They have domes like this in some big aquariums !

@josephblomstrand2129

Жыл бұрын

@@drewabbey9390yeah I think there’s one in ripleys awuarium in Nashville Tennessee

I really love this!! The condensation makes the cloches look like space capsules, with a slightly mirrored effect! It’s really cool!

Definitely gonna need an update video on this one. Curious how those plants are going to do. I also wonder if he’s going to have to replenish the air in the terrariums and how often.

I was going to say, "but you're going to get condensation inside the air domes", but still, that's an incredible build! Your ideas always inspire!!!!!

The new setup makes the build all the more captivating, unbelievably clean bro

You are a flippin WIZARD. I love it! Wouldn't have even thought tht was possible bro. You always deliver!

What a fascinating idea! It's like those glass bubbles on ponds that fish can use to see above the water level but for a completely opposite purpose

This is a Badass design. One wonders what goes on in your brain. You have some of the coolest tanks and setups. Thank you for sharing with us.

Tanner back at at again. Amazing us with cool things like before. This build is amazing!!!

As someone else who is always looking for unconventional decor of my tanks... I love the ideas you come up with. This one is one of my favorite!

Very clever concept! I really love the Sci-fi / Atlantis look wth the glass bubbles keeping the houseplants alive underwater!

Simply genius Have seem hundreds and hundreds of aquarium videos on KZread but nothing like this. Beautiful

your content makes my days so much better. thank you for your artistry and craftsmanship !! what an amazing build

Tanner Serpa, you are the magician of aquatics. You really are one gifted dude. Greetings from Cumbria in the U.K. Stay safe and well.

You keep on proving to us that if people say it can’t be done they are wrong. L O L your approach to a specific problem and how do you solve it always fascinates me. I like this and I know for sure that in the not too distant future you will have figured out how to take care of the condensation. 🎉

You never seize to come up with wacky and revolutionary designs, awesome video!

Fascinating! As a plant grower, I am endlessly fascinated by your innovative use of plants...you enrich my way of seeing and presenting greenery

You have so many videos with so many different builds on your channel but somehow you always surprise us with something new. That looks awesome 😍

I honestly really like the cloudy look, it makes it feel like the domes are bigger and in the distance

Definitely one of your sweetest builds yet, I think.

While this may not be my favourite creation of yours, it sure is fascinating! I love how you show us the whole process of scaping, building, rethinking, rescaping until everything comes together, and I'm looking forward to seeing it in a few months :)

I have been watching you for years now and your work always blows my mind

@SerpaDesign original idea, very nice! There is 2 "problems" (ill give insight on potential fixes) for it to be perfect (in my eyes) 1: the spherical top of the container, it will always reflect a lot of light whatever the angle; 2: the condensation that obstruct the view of this art piece. Here is my insight (0 value) To remove the reflection of light, use a cylinder container with flat top (not globe), cons: condensation is still a problem, maybe hydrophobic film/spray can solve it. I love the idea of using a fully opened cylinder on both hands (yeah, deal with pressure, might be fully isolated from the underwater pressure); condensation will be limited, or you can go full berserk, use the cylinders with permanent water running evenly on internal side (either sprinklers spraying water evenly and build a top to hide it, or even better: use it as overflow with water from the aquarium). Somehow figure a way to use open cylinders, deal with pressure and permanent water running on internal sides of the cylinders. Its random, im drunk. :)

Cool idea and execution. I like how your tank came together. Is there any fear of the air pockets becoming “stale” in the domes (All CO2 used up and O2 remains suffocating plants)? To eliminate the condensation could you possibly replace the glass domes for glass tubes “porting” from the substrate to the to the surface” (this should decrease the condensation and provide plenty of air exchange for the plants with surface air)? To tackle the air exchange issue alone could you add a small air pump with a splitter to each dome and periodically resupply the CO2 in the air pockets? I’m interested in seeing how the concept develops over time!

@Marie_Danielle

Жыл бұрын

Glass tubes open on top would fill with water to the same level as the rest of the tank so this is not a solution. But for the condensation problem, I agree that an air pump would do the trick as long as the air coming in is not too cold or humid. The added air would escape through the holes where the domes are attached and create nice little bubbles.

@ThePerennialEffect

Жыл бұрын

The risk of air becoming stale in the cloches seems likely to be lower than in a traditional terrarium, as this is not a totally closed system- gas exchange can occur between the air in the cloches and the water in the aquarium. This gas exchange will be influenced by factors such as water temperature, pH, and the chemical composition of the water at any point in time. This shouldn't affect the volume of the gas in the cloche, just the mix of gases it contains. I say that this isn't a fully closed system because the aquarium has no lid, allowing gases (such as CO2) to escape and water to evaporate, as well as Tanner doing water changes, feeding the fish, etc. Any change to the water will therefore have a knock-on effect on the gases contained in the cloches. More generally, CO2 will only be converted to O2 when the lights are on and photosynthesis is occurring. The plants will be respiring O2 to CO2 all the time, just like we do. If anything, lack of O2 would be what 'suffocates' the plants, but just like in any other terrarium, they'll probably be just fine for a good long time, and I hypothesis they'll do even better in a system like this thanks to the air/water exchange I mentioned before. Almost like your glass tubes for air exchange, but a more roundabout process!

@Ausstein

Жыл бұрын

@@ThePerennialEffect I use a similar (but smaller) upside down container filled with co2 as an alternative to expensive co2 systems. it only takes a day for all the co2 to diffuse into the water and the container to fill back up with water. Would this be much slower with regular air? if not he'd have to top up with fresh air regularly anyway.

@ThePerennialEffect

Жыл бұрын

@@Ausstein CO2 is about 100 times more soluble in water than nitrogen and 50 times more soluble than oxygen, which is probably why it’s going down so quickly. A gas like ammonia would be about 250 times more soluble than even the CO2 (part of the reason it’s so dangerous). There’s also the matter of the plants keeping things somewhat regulated, so I don’t think that this tank would react in the same way as yours. Could be fun to test whether a container full of air fares compared to your CO2 though?

@Ausstein

Жыл бұрын

@@ThePerennialEffect Thx for the reply, but in that case the suffocation by lack of CO2 might be a real problem not because the CO2 is used up but because the CO2 diffuses out so quickly. I might set up one with air next time and report back :D

I love those danios! They’re so beautiful and their behaviour is really soothing and fascinating to watch!

You never cease to amaze me with your ingenuity. Such a creative way to showcase terra plants. Also anticipating your new animal move-in completion. Congrats on your new home with many more amazing setups!

What an interesting concept. I agree with the others who said the setup has a sci-fi look, like this is an underwater colony of humans on another world - one with no habitable land. The fog inside the cloches gives them an air of mystery. We've learned to expect the unexpected at Serpa Design, and I for one am not disappointed. 🙂

This is hands down the most fascinating build I have ever seen!

Your ingenuity just keeps astounding me every single time! I’m completely blown away… it’s absolutely stunning! I’m so excited for all the new projects to come in the new animal room!

The idea seemed weird at first but the result looks super cool!

I think it's an amazing idea, very inspiring and I love the idea of the air pockets/terrarium underwater. I've enjoyed so many of your videos and videos from other channels, and not once did I think of that when I visualize my own build. All the best, much love xx

It reminds me of an underwater habitat…very cool!

Wow what a unique build! Really enjoyed this one. Thanks Tanner!

Really enjoyed the video but maybe you could apply a thin coat of vaseline to the inside of the cloches to prevent condensation

@SerpaDesign my mom had a globe she filled with water and a flower (typically a rose, or hydrangea) and a floated cloche that held a candle to "burn underwater" Combustion produced carbon for the flower, and as a child the "magic" of this specific candleholder led to my interest in science. This build feels like a modernization of the candle & flower water orb my mom had. I believe that the key to eliminating mist on the cloche is temperature? At any rate, thank you for triggering the memories, and demonstrating yet another "outside the box" build.

Your creativity knows no bounds! Always a pleasure to watch your brain work and the wonderful mysterious underwater worlds you create 😍

I love this concept! i wonder if you could run tubing up into the cloches that are hidden in the substrate (maybe even leading outside the tank through holes cut in the side and anchored/sealed with silicone) that way you could puff in some cool room temperature air to get rid of the condensation whenever you want to look at it, and it would allow more continuous air exchange which might help with condensation and algae growth. Though someone mentioned coating the glass in a hydrophobic compound and that is probably a simpler solution. That said puffing in new air would probably help, though the plants do release CO2 when they respire at night with the lights off. it's only half of what they originally take in. Given enough cycles i'd imagine they'd still use up their CO2 unless the air is refreshed either though maintenance or using a tube to periodically blow more CO2 laden air in. It's an interesting concept for sure.

I love it! Your builds are so impressive, and hearing you narrate the process is always very informative.

This build is so unique, it’s foreign looking and so interesting to view, excellent job Tanner !!!

The plants don't care is the best line 👌 love these videos mate!

I love to see that bring to fruition these ideas and is giving us a heads up on the possible workaround ..great job

some of these designs are so intricate and mind boggling

Dude you are so frickin’ smart. You attack the most complex ideas with the simplest of solutions. You really inspire me with my future aquascaping endeavors. Keep it up man absolutely love your channel.

I've thought about building something like this for years! It's so cool to see your take on this fun little project!

What a beautiful set up!!! Such a great idea. I am excited to see the grow out phases. Thank you!

You’re always full of amazing ideas! Love this & can’t wait to see all the cool new things you come up with in the new place🥰

This is by far the most creative and innovative that you've done, this is really thinking outside the box, just wow.

The condensation can be removed by cooling the water more. Also I was thinking of like a mason jar and adding cement at the base to act as a weight, that will keep them down (even with the air bubble(s)) and anchored at the bottom; not to mention the easy hassle free convince of the maintenance in the future and in the beginning of these terrariums... this will make your job much easier, and so much so that you can build a mass quantity of them to offer for sale or to give away as gifts to friends and family members.

A small magnetic glass cleaner would do the trick to help control the condensation. I love this idea! You are amazingly creative and so logical in your approach. Thank you for sharing this gift.

Brilliant, thankyou. You underestimate yourself, looking back on your past ambitious concepts, designs and achievements. Thankyou for including us in your amazing journey! Happy New Year.

Your creativity is awesome!!! Keep good going Tanner!!! 👍💕👍

Tanner always has these super creative ideas, i absolutely love it

The condensation adds to a very cool alien effect! As a silver lining I'd love to see how this grows in :)

Wow that's neat, I never ever seen anything like this !! This is what we call thinking outside the box and u have done that tanner great job!!!!

I really enjoyed how you problem-solved some of the issues. Love your work!

Keep coming these crazy ideas I will stick around for sure, love your channel

Your ideas are endless... I often thought about such creations but ended to soon when things went wrong.... Now I know... Never end until you reach a realistic goal💪💪

Genuinely amazing how you come up with such creative and unique ideas !

This is one of my favorite of your more recent creations, and that's saying something, because everything has been superb! This is a really cool scape :)

What I am seeing bothers my brain but I want to see how it evolves throught time. This is an audacious project !

Really cool. You’re so creative and I love to see your problem-solving. Every problem has a solution. Thanks so much!

Super cool idea and i think your solution for anchoring the cloches quite clever. Keep the awesome videos coming! I am a big fan of your art/work.

Internet first Underwater air pocket houseplants? Im going out on a limb and saying no ones done this aquarium/riparium idea before!? Great idea and build!

Love the concept and execution. Thanks for sharing!

Tanner, keep on pushing the limits of what's possible. You're magic, man!!!

I absolutely love all of your cool ideas. Your builds amaze me. Thank you.

Awesome!! As always. Your creativity is something special! Thanks for sharing!

It is such a stunning piece of art. What an inspiration you are!

That setup looks perfect for some amphibians! It'll be interesting seeing them going in and out of the air pockets

Dude this is a SWEET idea!!! I love all your cool projects!

Once again you've created a stunning creation. Love it!

Ingenious and amazing looking. Great work 👍

I found your channel recently and am always impressed but I absolutely love this concept, great execution!

Very creative idea! You never cease to amaze!

Hey, I have a variation on this design: An underwater cave glued up against the front panel with an air pocket at the top of the cave. Do some very low light amphibious plants so that some are underwater while others have grown up a soil slope into the air pocket. How is the cave lit? With leds hidden by crystals like in your other cave build to create a sort of bio-luminescent look, and they'd be installed both below and above the water into the underside of the top of the cave, and accessed through the top of the tank.

I have recently found your channel and can’t stop binge watching everything

Amazing! It’s a concept I would never have considered, but you’re much more creative than I will ever be. Keep up the good work!

Your designs are simply mind blowing. My favorites by far are The Crystal Tank, The one with the stone mask, and your desktop terrarium.

Absolutely awesome! I enjoy everything that you've done!

Wow! Awesome and super creative. Great work!

it's one of your best designs, I'm really impressed, and way of placing of little palidariums inside was complete suprise! i love it also, have you thought about series where you try to recreate ecosystem from different places from the world, for example: you find cool new fish species and try to recreate it's natural ecosystem?

Cool idea and your new demo room looks great!

This is the most creative thing I've seen in the hobby to date.