Prefabricated Restrooms for Urban and Rural Spaces

The Portland Loo®: A Unique Solution to a Universal Problem.

Prefab Public Restrooms Designed for Every City, By the City

The Portland Loo® is a public restroom design developed by the City of Portland to address the city’s need for durable, safe, clean, and accessible public restrooms in both urban and rural areas. The Loo was created in response to concerns about hygiene, safety, and accessibility in public restrooms, and its design reflects a focus on durability, security, and ease of maintenance.

THE PORTLAND LOO® IS FOR YOU

So durable, it’s almost indestructible. An elegant design that’s also inexpensive. Promotes safety, while allowing for privacy. Discourages lingering and crime inside. Proven durable by the City of Portland.

City Managers

You'll love how this city toilet was actually designed by city staff.

Landscape Architects

This sleek freestanding restroom fits right into any city backdrop.

Non-Profits

The Loo is fully tested and pre-assembled from the factory.

Transit Planners

Each solar-powered kiosk is easy to clean, with open grating to deter crime.

Why the Loo

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Key Features of Our Patented Modular Restrooms

Open Design

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The Loo has an open-air design, which promotes ventilation and visibility. The slanted louver design allows authorities, first responders and maintenance to monitor and ensure safe and clean facilities for users. The upper louvers are designed to optimize airflow, effectively reducing odors and eliminating the need for mechanical ventilation.

Durability

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The structure is made of high grade 304 or 316 stainless steel and designed to withstand vandalism, extreme weather conditions and corrosive marine air making it a long-lasting solution for high-traffic urban areas. The interior is equipped with heavy-duty, penal-grade fixtures and features vandal-resistant accessories for enhanced durability and security.

Privacy With Visibility

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While providing users with needed privacy, the design incorporates strategic low visibility features that allow for subtle monitoring by authorities, first responders and maintenance workers. This thoughtful approach helps deter illicit activities while maintaining a secure and safe environment for everyone.

Accessibility

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The Portland Loo® is ADA-compliant, offering seamless accessibility for individuals with all types of disabilities, including those who use wheelchairs, have visual impairments, or require additional support, making it an inclusive and welcoming space for everyone.

Easy-Cleaning Features

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The restroom is designed with features that help maintain cleanliness, such as a grated floor to allow water to drain away and discourage people from sleeping inside. The enhanced anti-graffiti powder coating adds durability to the stainless-steel structure while maintaining an easy clean surface.

Build Your Portland Loo

More Than 300 Installations and Counting

Training Center

Whether you’re interested in bringing a Loo to your community, installing it properly, or maintaining it for long-term use, our courses provide step-by-step guidance.

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FAQs About The Portland Loo® Prefabricated Restrooms

Absolutely! The Portland Loo® can be installed anywhere in the world. There are over 300 units across the United States, Canada, and even as far away as New Zealand.

Your city can have The Portland Loo® in as little as 90 days after placing an order. Orders are prioritized on a first-come, first-served basis, so lead times may extend during peak demand. We recommend completing orders as early as possible to secure timely delivery.

Constructed from highly durable stainless steel and designed to resist vandalism, our prefabricated restroom is built to last for decades with proper maintenance.

Installation costs vary depending on the proximity of water, sewer, and electrical connections. If connections are located at the installation site, costs are estimated at $30,000. If connections require extending to the site, installation costs will increase accordingly.

Maintenance costs for The Portland Loo® can vary depending on factors such as the location, the frequency of use, and local maintenance rates. While exact costs will depend on these variables, the Loo’s durable and low-maintenance design helps minimize upkeep compared to other public restroom options. This makes it a cost-effective solution over time, regardless of usage or location.

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Open safety-grating

These open grates provide excellent visibility, allowing for easy monitoring while maintaining user privacy.

HOW DOES THE LOO HELP REDUCE INAPPROPRIATE USE, SUCH AS PROSTITUTION OR DRUGS USE?

Angled louvers on the top and bottom of the restroom provide limited lines of sight for public officials to detect inappropriate use. Installing the Loo in areas designed with Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles can enhance this feature’s effectiveness.

Anti-graffiti walls

Protected with an anti-graffiti powder-coat, the restroom can take a lot of abuse, and is easy to maintain with a cleaning hose and janitorial supplies stored in the mechanical closet.

HOW LONG CAN I EXPECT THE LOO TO LAST?

Constructed from highly durable stainless steel and designed to resist vandalism, the Loo is built to last for decades with proper maintenance.

Discourages crime

The restroom was designed with Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design by using high traffic areas and visibility to deter illegal activities and generate high usage rates.

HOW DOES THE LOO HELP REDUCE INAPPROPRIATE USE, SUCH AS PROSTITUTION OR DRUGS USE?

Angled louvers on the top and bottom of the restroom provide limited lines of sight for public officials to detect inappropriate use. Installing the Loo in areas designed with Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles can enhance this feature’s effectiveness.

Interchangeable components

The Portland Loo® is built to fully comply with ADA Standards.

WHY IS THE LOO BETTER THAN ‘AUTOMATED’ ALTERNATIVES?

Automated restrooms prioritize privacy but often compromise safety, durability, and comfort. The Portland Loo® is uniquely designed to balance user privacy with public safety, ensuring a clean, safe, and accommodating restroom experience. Its minimal design also lowers maintenance costs compared to more complex automated alternatives.

Interchangeable components

Made with commonly used components, upgrading or replacing pieces of The Portland Loo® is easy.

CAN THE LOO COME IN CUSTOM COLORS?

Yes, the Loo can be customized in a range of colors to match your city’s unique needs and aesthetic. The standard gray color includes anti-graffiti properties, allowing graffiti to be easily removed from the unit.