Seismic design is a specialized area of engineering that focuses on designing structures, buildings, and infrastructure to withstand and mitigate the effects of earthquakes. This involves analyzing the seismic forces that buildings and structures will experience during an earthquake and designing them to be able to withstand these forces. Seismic design aims to ensure the safety and stability of buildings and structures and minimize damage and loss of life during seismic events. This field incorporates knowledge of geology, structural engineering, and seismology to create designs that can withstand the dynamic forces generated by earthquakes.