In Europe, you have 'Post and Beam' framing which means the underlying structure can last 'a very long time' while the non-weight-bearing walls can be replaced. And there's a lot of stone work which can last 'a very long time' as well.

But yes, stone is a problem for earthquakes.

I wish there was more research into modern materials for this kind of stuff.

I would hope that 'wood' would be something we use for decorative things we see, touch or feel, and that something more mundane can go into the framing.