Presentation from green remodeling experts Allen Griffin, CGR, GMB, CAPS, CGP, President of Gryphon Builders, and Clayton Farmer, HERS, LEED AP, GBV, GBE, CEA, LEED-H GR, IECC, GBI, Senior Vice President for Ontility on how to make your project green—even after the contract is signed!

1. ALLEN W GRIFFIN
- CGR GMB, CGP, CAPS
President -Gryphon Builders

2. What We Started With:

3. Final Floor Plan:

4. The Process:

5. The Finished Product:

6. Interior Changes:

7. NAHBGREEN.ORG
Residential green building
is no longer a trend — it is
the future of building.

8. Verification Report:
Scoring is done in 6
categories:
 Lot Design
 Resource Efficiency
 Energy Efficiency
 Water Efficiency
 Indoor Quality
 Operation

9. Lot Design – 52 points -Bronze
5 - Established Neighborhood
9 - Map of mass transit, community resources
13 - Mission statement, Construction Schedule,
onsite supervision
32 - Site Plan: grading, tree & vegetation plans
MISSION STATEMENT
Gryphon Builders creates outstanding remodels and new builds each year; by
constantly improving the quality of the products that we use so that our clients
see the innovation and foresight dedicated to improving their home. Our
suppliers, subcontractors and professional associates represent the integrity and
performance of our Company; we strive to implement a long term relationship
with our clients, based on safety, quality, timely service, and an anticipation of
their needs; we take pride in our accomplishments and build on them every day.
Our green building concepts incorporate our mission and our desire to protect
the environment we have been given. We are committed to a positive impact on
the environment by implementing responsible practices for the conservation of
energy and natural resources and the reduction of waste. For us green
remodeling is more than just a duty, it’s the way we conduct business and live
our lives therefore leaving it a better place for future generations.

10. Examples of Information Needed:

11. Resource Efficiency -86 points - Silver
14 - Quality of construction & waste
Reuse 50% of existing structure, Layouts Reduce waste
80% - i.e.: exterior cladding. Detailed framing plan.
18 - Prefabricated Components
Floor system, exterior cladding, stacked design.
13- Enhance durability
Overhangs, flashing details, recycle center
27 - Reuse or salvage materials
existing building, recycle construction waste,
“renewable efficient indigenous”

12. Recycled Materials
Reused Existing
Building Materials

13. Energy Efficiency – 86 points - Silver
36 - HVAC: manual J, High efficiency, r-8 ducts
17 - Water: insulated pipes, central location
WH, 1.28 gal toilets
5 - Lighting: IC Cans, 50% energy star fixtures
28 - Insulation: verified installation

14. Water Efficiency – 19 points - Bronze
1 - Food Disposal
5 - Shower Heads and Faucet
12 - Toilets 1.28 gal Flush

15. Indoor Quality – 77point - Silver
53-Pollution control: HVAC,
Water heater locations,
Detached garage, Low
VOC paints
24-Moisture Management:
clean, dry materials,
Moisture readings, R8

16. Operation – 12 points - Emerald
6 - Building Owner Manual.
6 - Owner Operation and Maintenance.

17. WHY BUILD A GREEN CERTIFIED
HOME?
• Markets are Changing – Read any national
publication, ie: Money and there are articles
about this. HAR is changing search criteria.
• Reduce Carbon Footprint:
• Reduce Energy Consumption – Operational
cost $30 more for 1,100sf – compared to two
years ago

18. WHY BUILD A GREEN CERTIFIED
HOME?
• Changing Market –
– The Mac Mansion is no longer sought by
consumers.
– Our Remodeling Industry is a prime resource for
going green certified – Reuse of existing buildings
is more efficient.
– New Product offering – Be an Expert, offer
something different.