By George Giannakakis, Editor and Founder, BuildPilot. M.Arch, Licensed Real Estate Agent (RLA300580), HIA Industry Judge. Last reviewed: 8 October 2026.

LS Design & Construct vs Simonds 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

Volume 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; Simonds Homes is a volume builder.
Indicative build rates: LS Design & Construct $2,500 - $3,500/sqm, Simonds Homes $1,800 - $2,500/sqm (per sqm guide only).
LS Design & Construct is based in Adelaide; Simonds Homes in Victoria (National).

Quick Comparison

Attribute

LS Design & Construct

Simonds Homes

Builder Type

Design & Construct

Volume Builder

Indicative Rate (per sqm)

$2,500 - $3,500/sqm

$1,800 - $2,500/sqm

Established

Adelaide based

1949

Headquarters

Adelaide

Victoria (National)

Service Area

South Australia

South Australia & Victoria

Warranty

Comprehensive warranty

Structural guarantee

Display Homes

Portfolio projects

Multiple locations in growth areas

Often Suited For

Design and construct, Architectural homes, Full service

Budget-conscious buyers, Northern Adelaide, First home buyers

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

Simonds Homes

Volume home builder (national)

A national volume builder with a presence in Adelaide's growth corridors, offering competitively priced pre-designed homes and first-home buyer packages.

Often suited for:

Budget-conscious buyersNorthern AdelaideFirst home buyersQuick builds

Design Approach:

Efficient pre-designed homes focused on value and functionality

Build Process:

Streamlined construction process for efficient delivery

Visit Simonds 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 Simonds Homes: common questions

Is LS Design & Construct or Simonds Homes more affordable?

As an indicative per-square-metre guide, LS Design & Construct sits around $2,500 - $3,500/sqm and Simonds Homes around $1,800 - $2,500/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 Simonds Homes?

LS Design & Construct was established in Adelaide based and Simonds Homes in 1949.

Where does each builder operate?

LS Design & Construct is based in Adelaide and services South Australia. Simonds Homes is based in Victoria (National) and services South Australia & Victoria.

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

LS Design & Construct offers a comprehensive warranty, and Simonds Homes offers a structural guarantee. 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 Simonds Homes best suited to?

Simonds Homes is often a good fit for budget-conscious buyers, northern adelaide, first home buyers, quick builds. Efficient pre-designed homes focused on value and functionality

Need Help Deciding?

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