OMG. I’m in hysterics over here.

TriMet just posted a new system map — that they themselves made — that’s a note-perfect homage to the Washington, DC Metro system map.

Just look at this work of art! It’s got thick route lines, tightly-set Helvetica, lush green parks, freeways and rivers. About the only thing missing are icons for the big tourist spots, like Powells Books or the Japanese Garden or Big Pink. Of course, TriMet has had to let everyone know that this is just for giggles and that the system map is not actually changing to this style. They’re also taking requests for their next mash-up… anyone got some fun ideas?

Source: TriMet/Twitter