Performance-Based Design (PBD)—an advanced method that meets or exceeds code intent through rigorous analysis.
At McNamara • Salvia, we are leaders in seismic engineering. By combining deep expertise in seismic dynamics with advanced structural analysis, we use PBD to deliver designs that are both safer and more efficient. This approach incorporates site-specific geology and the non-linear behavior of structural materials, providing the clearest picture of how a building will perform during seismic events.
The result: greater design freedom, more robust structures, and improved economy in construction. While PBD is often applied to meet seismic code requirements, many clients also use it to go further—designing critical facilities to achieve higher performance goals, such as immediate occupancy or minimal damage after an earthquake.