Disney World – Living Seas Pavilion

Ardurra delivered life support systems design and project management for one of the world's most advanced multi-species aquatic facilities, featuring the largest single aquarium globally with a 34,000-gallon-per-minute coral reef tank. The groundbreaking project integrated tropical fish, dolphins, sea lions, and scuba divers within a single coral reef environment, establishing new standards for the design of complex aquatic habitats.

The team provided overall project management and specialized instrumentation and controls design, developing detailed plans and specifications for sophisticated life support systems. Advanced treatment technologies, including pressure filtration, ozone treatment, electrolytic chlorine generation, ultraviolet disinfection, and biofiltration, were employed to maintain optimal water quality across diverse marine ecosystems.

Key Project Highlights:

• Designed the world's largest single aquarium with a 34,000-gpm coral reef tank requiring advanced life support systems

• Created the first multi-species facility integrating tropical fish, dolphins, sea lions, and scuba divers in a single coral reef environment

• Developed comprehensive life support systems utilizing pressure filtration, ozone, electrolytic chlorine generation, and UV disinfection

• Designed specialized bio-filtration systems, maintaining optimal water quality for diverse marine species requirements

• Managed complex secondary exhibits supporting dolphins, sharks, sea lions, manatees, kelp fish, and lobster habitats

• Provided complete instrumentation and controls design, ensuring automated monitoring and system optimization

• Delivered detailed plans and specifications supporting the construction of the Caribbean coral reef environment with diverse animal populations

The project established new benchmarks for large-scale aquatic facility design and the integration of multi-species habitats. The life support systems continue to support thriving marine ecosystems, providing educational and research opportunities for visitors and marine biologists studying coral reef environments.