1895 - 1983
Richard Buckminster Fuller was an American architect, systems theorist, author, designer, and inventor, born on July 12, 1895, and passing away on July 1, 1983. He is best known for popularizing the geodesic dome and for his innovative ideas on sustainability and resource efficiency. Fuller's work encompassed a wide range of fields, merging technology with social philosophy, which profoundly influenced architecture and environmental design.