Jaci Conry

A stylized illustration of a German Shepherd dog standing outdoors. The dog has a black and brown coat with a collar and is depicted with its mouth open and tongue out. The background features a mix of urban and suburban elements, including buildings, houses, a tree, and a car. The color palette includes shades of green, blue, brown, and beige.

Retired Police Dogs Could Get a Pension, If This State House Bill Passes

Dakota, a K-9 who helped track Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, came home broken and was almost euthanized. Dakota’s Law, a State House bill, aims to make sure dogs like him aren’t left behind.

By Jaci Conry

A man and a woman sit inside a wooden sauna. The man, wearing black shorts, is seated on the left side with his hands clasped and looking toward the woman. The woman, wearing a black bikini, is seated on the right side with one knee bent and her arms wrapped around it, looking toward the man. The sauna has wooden slatted walls and bench seating.

Life & Style

Wellness Hangouts Are the New Happy Hours

So long, cocktails; hello, electrolyte drinks. Are group wellness events becoming the city’s preferred way to gather after dark?

By Jaci Conry

A split image showing two houses. The left side features a large brick and wood house with a covered porch, surrounded by a well-maintained green lawn and trees in the background. The right side shows a blue, two-story house with white trim, a chimney, and a small front garden bordered by a stone wall, with a tall evergreen tree and utility poles in front.

Home & Property

Real Estate Showdown: A Secluded Lincoln Colonial vs. a South Shore Landmark

It’s amazing what a few miles can do to the market. This month, we compare a sprawling brick residence in Lincoln with an antique Hingham home.

By Jaci Conry

A cozy study or meeting room featuring a wooden table with a green vase holding a bouquet of pink flowers and greenery. The table is surrounded by chairs upholstered in a dark floral fabric. The walls are decorated with green leafy wallpaper and white wainscoting. Two large bulletin boards display various fabric swatches and papers. Built-in white bookshelves filled with books and decorative items flank a doorway leading to another room with red walls and a window. An orange pendant light hangs above the table.

Home & Property

Inside a Pattern-Rich Design Studio in Newton Centre

A spirited redesign turns Liz Caan’s longtime workplace into a cozy, creative hub.

By Jaci Conry

Indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, featuring a large inflatable swan float. The pool area has a high white ceiling with wooden beams and large windows letting in natural light. On one side, there are several lounge chairs with cushions and a potted plant. The space opens to an outdoor garden area visible through glass doors.

Home & Property

How Do You Add a 58-Foot Lap Pool to a 1929 Tudor Home?

If you’re a Belmont homeowner, you hire an architect to create a one-story pool house—and maybe get a swan.

By Jaci Conry

A table covered with a white tablecloth holds several upside-down glasses with white covers, two large covered silver serving dishes, a bottle of water, a small bowl of green dip, a plate with pieces of smoked salmon or similar fish garnished with herbs, a metal container with breadsticks wrapped in paper, a small vase with white flowers, and a stack of white napkins. A person wearing a white jacket is partially visible behind the table. The scene is reflected in a mirror behind the table.

Home & Property

The Mark Hotel in Manhattan Still Sets the Standard for Uptown Glamour

A century after its debut, the Upper East Side staple continues to set the standard for chic New York City elegance through bold design, rich history, and cultural cachet.

By Jaci Conry

White polo shirt with red and black striped collar and a small dark leaf emblem on the chest, paired with white shorts and white sneakers. A vintage wooden tennis racket with "Bancroft king" written on it and a pair of tortoiseshell sunglasses with pink lenses are also included, all arranged on a clay tennis court.

Life & Style

The (Original) Preps Are Back in Boston

How two New England brands are reclaiming authentic preppy style, one tennis polo and collar roll at a time.

By Jaci Conry

Large two-story house with blue siding and white trim, featuring numerous tall windows glowing warmly from interior lights. The house has a multi-level deck and a stone patio with a wooden table and six black chairs. Surrounding trees frame the scene under a colorful evening sky.

Home & Property

Real Estate Showdown: A Transcendental Classic vs. Craftsman Grandeur

It’s amazing what a few miles can do to the market. This month, we compare a historical Cambridge treasure with a stately Lexington estate.

By Jaci Conry

Living room with blue patterned wallpaper and a large abstract painting above a beige and white striped sectional sofa. The sofa has various throw pillows, including tiger print and green patterned ones. In front of the sofa is a glass coffee table with books and a flower arrangement. Two green patterned ottomans are placed in front of the coffee table. To the right, there is a blue and green geometric patterned armchair. A wooden side table with a white lamp and a small plant is next to the sofa by a window with beige Roman shades. The floor has a blue and white striped rug.

Home & Property

This Beacon Hill Townhouse Renovation Balances Historic Charm with Modern Family Energy

Three energetic boys, a centuries-old Boston row house, and a design team that made it all work.

By Jaci Conry

A living room with glossy dark green walls and trim, featuring a white sofa with patterned green and white pillows, two armchairs with green and white abstract upholstery, and a blue patterned ottoman. The room includes a gold and glass shelving unit, a black side table with a striped gold and white lamp, botanical curtains, black and white botanical artwork, and a chandelier with a cluster of glass orbs. A small round side table with drinks is placed between the armchairs.

Home & Property

This Dedham Victorian Got a High-Gloss Glow-Up

A fresh palette transformed a historic Massachusetts residence into a vibrant home geared for gathering.

By Jaci Conry

A teal-themed living room with built-in arched bookshelves flanking a marble fireplace. The shelves hold various decorative items and books. Above the fireplace is a large floral artwork. The room features a teal chandelier, patterned wallpaper, and a mix of beige and teal upholstered chairs around a round teal ottoman with a tray and flowers. A window with a teal frame and Roman shade is on the right side.

Home & Property

Yes, the Whole Room is Teal

Walls, ceiling, built-ins—designer Paula Daher didn’t do anything halfway in this Back Bay library.

By Jaci Conry

A modern single-story house with gray siding and large windows overlooks a curved swimming pool and a hot tub. The backyard features a well-maintained lawn with two lounge chairs on the grass and a patio area with a dining table and chairs. Trees with green and reddish leaves frame the scene.

Home & Property

Real Estate Showdown: A Modernist Marvel vs. an Urban Icon

It’s amazing what a few miles can do to the market. This month, we compare a midcentury ranch in West Newton with a 19th-century South End brownstone.

By Jaci Conry