The nine-acre mass timber roof is made primarily from locally sourced timber, harvested in partnership with Native American tribes.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Portland International Airport officially opened its new main terminal Wednesday morning, and all eyes were on the sweeping mass timber roof as the first passengers and visitors made their way through the wide-open new pre-security area.
The elegant nine-acre wooden structure is the product of years of work from the Port of Portland in partnership with Native American tribes and local organizations, and Port Director Curtis Robinhold said it’s the perfect signature feature for the airport.
“The sourcing of this roof, it all comes
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