By George Giannakakis, Editor and Founder, BuildPilot. M.Arch, Licensed Real Estate Agent (RLA300580), HIA Industry Judge. Last reviewed: 17 October 2026.

Lofty Building Group vs Scott Salisbury Group

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An independent, side-by-side look at two of our building partners to help you understand your options.

Last updated June 2026 · reviewed by the BuildPilot team

Project Builder

Scott Salisbury Group

Custom Builder

Note: BuildPilot partners with both builders. This comparison provides factual information to help you understand your options. It's not a recommendation of one over the other. The right builder depends on your specific needs, budget and preferences.

At a glance

Lofty Building Group is a project builder; Scott Salisbury Group is a custom builder.
Indicative build rates: Lofty Building Group $2,100 - $2,900/sqm, Scott Salisbury Group $3,000 - $5,000+/sqm (per sqm guide only).
Lofty Building Group is based in Adelaide; Scott Salisbury Group in Camden Park, Adelaide (SA).

Quick Comparison

Attribute

Lofty Building Group

Scott Salisbury Group

Builder Type

Project Builder

Custom Builder

Indicative Rate (per sqm)

$2,100 - $2,900/sqm

$3,000 - $5,000+/sqm

Established

Adelaide based

1988 (36+ years)

Headquarters

Adelaide

Camden Park, Adelaide (SA)

Service Area

South Australia

Warranty

Structural warranty

Comprehensive warranty

Display Homes

Adelaide metropolitan area

Flagship display home, open seven days

Often Suited For

Metropolitan Adelaide, Quality focus, Reliable builds

Luxury custom design, Large-scale developments, Renovations & additions

About Each Builder

Lofty Building Group

Building Excellence in Adelaide

Adelaide-based builder offering quality home construction across metropolitan Adelaide with reliable building solutions.

Often suited for:

Metropolitan AdelaideQuality focusReliable buildsProject homes

Design Approach:

Quality-focused designs for Adelaide conditions

Build Process:

Reliable, structured build process

Visit Lofty Building Group website

Scott Salisbury Group

SA's Multi-Award-Winning Luxury Custom Home Builder (36+ Years)

South Australia's flagship luxury custom home builder with 36+ years of multi-award-winning work. The Group operates four divisions: Scott Salisbury Homes (custom high-end), Scott Salisbury Renovations & Additions, Bradford Homes (attainable luxury) and Bradford Projects (townhouses and apartments).

Often suited for:

Luxury custom designLarge-scale developmentsRenovations & additionsTownhouses / apartments

Design Approach:

Collaborative between client, in-house designers and builders

Build Process:

In-house design and construction across four specialist divisions

Visit Scott Salisbury Group website

How Do I Choose?

There's no "better" builder. There's only the builder that's right for your situation. Consider these factors:

1
Your budget and priorities
Different builders suit different price points. Think about what matters most: price, inclusions, customisation or service.
2
Your land and location
Some builders specialise in certain areas or challenging sites. Consider who builds in your area and has experience with your block type.
3
Your design requirements
Do you want to heavily modify a plan, or are you happy with standard designs? Different builders offer different levels of flexibility.
4
Visit display homes
Nothing beats seeing their work in person. Visit display homes from both builders to compare quality and style firsthand.

Lofty Building Group vs Scott Salisbury Group: common questions

Is Lofty Building Group or Scott Salisbury Group more affordable?

As an indicative per-square-metre guide, Lofty Building Group sits around $2,100 - $2,900/sqm and Scott Salisbury Group around $3,000 - $5,000+/sqm. These are guides only - your real price depends on your design, inclusions, site costs and the current market, so get a written quote from each before comparing.

Which has been building longer, Lofty Building Group or Scott Salisbury Group?

Lofty Building Group was established in Adelaide based and Scott Salisbury Group in 1988 (36+ years).

Where does each builder operate?

Lofty Building Group is based in Adelaide and services South Australia. Scott Salisbury Group is based in Camden Park, Adelaide (SA) and services South Australia.

What warranty does Lofty Building Group and Scott Salisbury Group offer?

Lofty Building Group offers a structural warranty, and Scott Salisbury Group offers a comprehensive warranty. Warranty terms can change, so confirm the current details directly with each builder.

Who is Lofty Building Group best suited to?

Lofty Building Group is often a good fit for metropolitan adelaide, quality focus, reliable builds, project homes. Quality-focused designs for Adelaide conditions

Who is Scott Salisbury Group best suited to?

Scott Salisbury Group is often a good fit for luxury custom design, large-scale developments, renovations & additions, townhouses / apartments. Collaborative between client, in-house designers and builders

Need Help Deciding?

BuildPilot can help you understand which builder might suit your specific situation. We work with both Lofty Building Group and Scott Salisbury Group. Our job is to help you make the right choice for you - not push you toward whichever builder pays the most.

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