Modern skyscrapers are no longer just feats of height—they are feats of survival. Thanks to cutting-edge engineering like seismic isolation systems, many high-rise buildings can now withstand powerful earthquakes that would have once brought them down. These systems, placed at the base of structures, absorb and reduce seismic energy before it travels upward, protecting the integrity of the building and the lives inside. In some cases, even rooftop pools help balance sway during tremors, acting a