Open Paludarium Workshop
Create your own open-top living ecosystem where land and water come together in a natural tropical landscape. The Open Paludarium system features an unobstructed design with tapered glass panels that frame the landscape beautifully while providing easy access for planting, maintenance and future growth.
During the workshop, you'll learn how to construct a balanced land-and-water ecosystem using natural rocks, driftwood, substrate layering and carefully selected tropical plants. Participants will also install the water circulation system and understand how flowing water, planting and hardscape work together to create a stable and visually appealing miniature landscape.
The open format provides excellent accessibility, making it ideal for beginners who want to learn the fundamentals of paludarium building while creating a display that continues to mature naturally over time.
Suitable for complete beginners as well as hobbyists looking for a compact, easy-to-maintain paludarium.
Individual & Small Family Workshops
Workshop sessions are conducted by appointment.
STANDARD PACKAGE INCLUDES
Everything required to complete your Open Paludarium is provided during the workshop.
- Open Paludarium glass tank
- Natural driftwood and rocks
- Substrate and planting materials
- Aquatic and tropical plants
- Water pump and circulation components
- Workshop tools and guided instruction
OPTIONAL UPGRADES
Additional options are available depending on your preferred setup.
- Premium lighting systems (Arcadia / Helios)
- Portable fogger
- Additional tropical plants
- Premium driftwood and rock selections
- Decorative hardscape upgrades
WORKSHOP AGENDA
Introduction
- Understand the fundamentals of open paludarium design
- Learn how land and water zones function together
- Explore suitable plants and livestock for open-top ecosystems
Hands-on Construction
- Build the hardscape using natural rocks and driftwood
- Create substrate layers for aquatic and terrestrial planting
- Install the water circulation system
- Arrange tropical plants and mosses
- Balance the landscape for both aesthetics and long-term growth
You'll Bring Home
- A completed Open Paludarium
- Practical knowledge of paludarium construction
- Basic maintenance and care guidance
- Confidence to build and maintain future paludarium projects
