By George Giannakakis, Editor and Founder, BuildPilot. M.Arch, Licensed Real Estate Agent (RLA300580), HIA Industry Judge. Last reviewed: 14 October 2026.

Lofty Building Group vs ST Construct

Name: BuildPilot Adelaide Building Industry Dataset
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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

Project 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; ST Construct is a project builder.
Indicative build rates: Lofty Building Group $2,100 - $2,900/sqm, ST Construct $2,300 - $3,200/sqm (per sqm guide only).
Lofty Building Group is based in Adelaide; ST Construct in Adelaide.

Quick Comparison

Attribute

Lofty Building Group

ST Construct

Builder Type

Project Builder

Indicative Rate (per sqm)

$2,100 - $2,900/sqm

$2,300 - $3,200/sqm

Established

Adelaide based

Headquarters

Adelaide

Service Area

South Australia

Warranty

Structural warranty

Display Homes

Adelaide metropolitan area

Portfolio examples

Often Suited For

Metropolitan Adelaide, Quality focus, Reliable builds

Quality residential, Adelaide metro, Professional service

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

ST Construct

Adelaide Construction Specialists

Professional construction services across Adelaide, specialising in quality residential builds.

Often suited for:

Quality residentialAdelaide metroProfessional serviceAttention to detail

Design Approach:

Quality-focused residential designs

Build Process:

Professional construction management

Visit ST Construct 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 ST Construct: common questions

Is Lofty Building Group or ST Construct more affordable?

As an indicative per-square-metre guide, Lofty Building Group sits around $2,100 - $2,900/sqm and ST Construct around $2,300 - $3,200/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 ST Construct?

Lofty Building Group was established in Adelaide based and ST Construct in Adelaide based.

Where does each builder operate?

Lofty Building Group is based in Adelaide and services South Australia. ST Construct is based in Adelaide and services South Australia.

What warranty does Lofty Building Group and ST Construct offer?

Lofty Building Group offers a structural warranty, and ST Construct offers a structural 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 ST Construct best suited to?

ST Construct is often a good fit for quality residential, adelaide metro, professional service, attention to detail. Quality-focused residential designs

Need Help Deciding?

BuildPilot can help you understand which builder might suit your specific situation. We work with both Lofty Building Group and ST Construct. 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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