IIM Bangalore architecture is widely recognised for its distinctive blend of Indian design, greenery and open spaces. Designed by renowned architect Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi, the campus was completed in 1983 and spans a 100-acre site. The design draws inspiration from Fatehpur Sikri, the Meenakshi Temple in Madurai and Bengaluru’s iconic gardens, including Lalbagh and Cubbon Park. Doshi combined these influences to create a campus built around courtyards, corridors and interconnected outdoor spaces. Classrooms open into courtyards, encouraging interaction between students, faculty and the surrounding landscape. The campus was also designed as a walkable environment, with greenery integrated into its architecture. Local artisans from Karnataka, Hampi and Tamil Nadu contributed to the stone masonry. The result is an architecture that connects education, nature and community while remaining closely linked to Bengaluru’s identity.
IIM Bangalore Architecture: How B V Doshi Designed an Iconic Campus
