R. Buckminster Fuller was an American architect, designer, and inventor, born on July 12, 1895. He is best known for popularizing the geodesic dome, a lightweight and efficient structure that uses a network of triangles to distribute stress. Fuller's innovative ideas focused on sustainability and resource efficiency, aiming to improve living conditions for all. Throughout his career, Fuller wrote numerous books and delivered lectures worldwide, sharing his vision of a better future through design and technology. He also developed the concept of the Dymaxion house, a prefabricated dwelling that emphasized minimal resource use. Fuller passed away on July 1, 1983, leaving a lasting legacy in design and environmentalism.