Modeled on the well-established India International Centre (IIC) in Delhi, BIC aims to become a knowledge hub in Bangalore for interdisciplinary intellectual discussions and cultural exchanges. BIC aims to fulfill the lack of a single platform that merges the cultural elite, the intellectual community, and the leaders of public opinion. It provides an inclusive interaction space for collective and cross-disciplinary intellectual activity, cultural enterprises and innovations in development. 

Bangalore International Centre calls for ideas for the design of their complex at Domlur, Bangalore. This is an international call open to architectural firms, architects, and students of architecture. The call for ideas looks for proposals that will embody and reflect the central values of BIC – harmonious sharing and nurturing of knowledge through multi-dimensional practices and innovative expression of the same. The design strategy should specifically address passive strategies for climate modulation and proposals must show a clear understanding of the mission and values of BIC. The complete brief is available for download on registering and signing in (see website).