Our Story
The Los Angeles Tall Buildings Structural Design Council (LATBSDC) was established in 1988, inspired by Dr. Gary Hart and a group of dedicated structural engineers and city officials. This organization was born from a shared commitment to enhance seismic design practices for tall buildings, ensuring safety and sustainability in the Los Angeles region. Since its inception, LATBSDC has hosted annual meetings that focus on the latest advancements in tall building design, learning from significant earthquakes to improve future construction.