Art and design: how this award-winning Bengaluru airport elevates passenger experience
As an eco-conscious terminal designed with lush garden-themed architecture, Terminal 2 at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport has won much acclaim. This year, it was recognised among the Top 5 globally in the Skytrax rankings for World’s Best Art in the Airport. This distinction undersco
In 2014, Terminal 2 at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport opened its doors to passengers. Designed as an eco-conscious terminal with lush garden-themed architecture, the airport quickly gained recognition for its innovative approach to integrating art within its structure. This year, Terminal 2 was honored among the Top 5 globally in the Skytrax rankings for World’s Best Art in the Airport, highlighting the airport's systematic dedication to incorporating art into its overall design and operations.
Rather than being treated as isolated exhibits, the curated artworks serve as essential elements of the passenger experience. By highlighting the local art of Karnataka, the airport transforms itself into a vibrant, living museum that reflects the region's cultural heritage. According to Yamini Telkar, Art Programme Advisor for Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), art and culture were chosen as integral components of the four pillars of design, alongside Terminal in a Garden, Sustainability, and Technology.
The Art Programme functions as a cultural gateway, seamlessly integrating artistic elements with the infrastructure to create an immersive journey for travelers. The primary themes explored within the terminal include Karnataka's rich heritage and culture, as well as the Naurasa, or nine emotions derived from Bharata's Natyashastra.
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