How Trump drafted upcoming renovations for Dulles, a "terrible airport"
Summary
President Donald Trump has been personally involved in planning a $22.5 billion renovation of Washington Dulles International Airport. He reviewed multiple design proposals and aims to improve transportation, parking, and the terminal while keeping the iconic main terminal roof.Key Facts
- President Trump called Dulles Airport a "terrible airport" and criticized its design.
- He requested 3D models from design firms to better understand and edit plans.
- The renovation will remove the current mobile lounges and add an underground U-shaped aerotrain and moving sidewalks.
- The project includes expanding the terminal with four new linear concourses replacing older gates.
- Parking will be moved closer to the main terminal for passenger convenience.
- Around 30 design proposals were submitted by companies such as HNTB, STV Group, and AECOM.
- Trump rejected some design ideas, including a wavy roof and a high bridge between terminals.
- The renovation will preserve the architecturally significant sloped-roof main terminal designed by Eero Saarinen.
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