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

LS Design & Construct vs Oakford Homes

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

Design & Construct

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

LS Design & Construct is a design & construct; Oakford Homes is a custom builder.
Indicative build rates: LS Design & Construct $2,500 - $3,500/sqm, Oakford Homes $2,200 - $3,200/sqm (per sqm guide only).
LS Design & Construct is based in Adelaide; Oakford Homes in Adelaide.

Quick Comparison

Attribute

LS Design & Construct

Oakford Homes

Builder Type

Design & Construct

Custom Builder

Indicative Rate (per sqm)

$2,500 - $3,500/sqm

$2,200 - $3,200/sqm

Established

Adelaide based

1985 (40+ years, 4,000+ homes)

Headquarters

Adelaide

Service Area

South Australia

Warranty

Comprehensive warranty

Comprehensive Home Builder's warranty

Display Homes

Portfolio projects

Mount Barker, Oakden, Brooklyn Park, Hawthorn, Encounter Bay - 9 display homes across Adelaide

Often Suited For

Design and construct, Architectural homes, Full service

Custom builds, Knockdown rebuilds, Adapting proven designs

About Each Builder

LS Design & Construct

Design & Construction Specialists

Comprehensive design and construction services combining architectural design with quality building.

Often suited for:

Design and constructArchitectural homesFull serviceProject management

Design Approach:

In-house architectural design expertise

Build Process:

Full project management from design to completion

Visit LS Design & Construct website

Oakford Homes

Quality Homes Built on Honest Foundations Since 1985

Family-owned Adelaide custom home builder with 40+ years of experience and over 4,000 completed homes. Reputation built on transparent pricing, honest conversations and quality finishes delivered by trades who've been with them for 15, 20, even 25 years. Winner - HIA SA Display Home 2024.

Often suited for:

Custom buildsKnockdown rebuildsAdapting proven designsHonest transparent pricing

Design Approach:

Custom designs built around your life plus a library of proven adaptable designs

Build Process:

Direct contact with experienced professionals from first conversation to handover; no-surprises approach

Visit Oakford Homes 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.

LS Design & Construct vs Oakford Homes: common questions

Is LS Design & Construct or Oakford Homes more affordable?

As an indicative per-square-metre guide, LS Design & Construct sits around $2,500 - $3,500/sqm and Oakford Homes around $2,200 - $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, LS Design & Construct or Oakford Homes?

LS Design & Construct was established in Adelaide based and Oakford Homes in 1985 (40+ years, 4,000+ homes).

Where does each builder operate?

LS Design & Construct is based in Adelaide and services South Australia. Oakford Homes is based in Adelaide and services South Australia.

What warranty does LS Design & Construct and Oakford Homes offer?

LS Design & Construct offers a comprehensive warranty, and Oakford Homes offers a comprehensive home builder's warranty. Warranty terms can change, so confirm the current details directly with each builder.

Who is LS Design & Construct best suited to?

LS Design & Construct is often a good fit for design and construct, architectural homes, full service, project management. In-house architectural design expertise

Who is Oakford Homes best suited to?

Oakford Homes is often a good fit for custom builds, knockdown rebuilds, adapting proven designs, honest transparent pricing. Custom designs built around your life plus a library of proven adaptable designs

Need Help Deciding?

BuildPilot can help you understand which builder might suit your specific situation. We work with both LS Design & Construct and Oakford Homes. 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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