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When Pepper Hamilton LLP decided to stay put in One Mellon Center two years ago and signed a lease through 2016, that didn’t mean the law firm wasn’t planning big changes for its space.

Valley Forward Association has chosen 49 finalists in its 28th annual Environmental Excellence Awards program for their work creating projects that strike a balance among growth, development and the natural environment. Here is a list of the projects that will be honored Sept. 6.

JACKSONVILLE -- A small local company that manufactures and designs architectural fountain equipment is making a big name for itself.

NORTHSIDE -- A $40 million Embassy Suites Hotels prototype will be built at the Jacksonville International Tradeport as part of the hotel chain's largest expansion in its 24-year history.

In spite of the downturn in new homebuilding, Dayton-area landscaping companies seem to be on solid ground.

An eight-year veteran architect, Ty Provosty hadn’t expected to become a victim of poor economic conditions.

Wellness seems to be a winning strategy for the YMCA of Greater Dayton, which despite a turbulent climate for most nonprofits is doing well and looking to expand.