Colin McAllister Bücher

People are becoming increasingly aware that their home has the potential to be a lucrative money-earner. Okay, so you may not be able to make a million pounds in one year, but with strategic buying and selling over time you can certainly earn more than with most other types of investment. And you don't have to be an expert to play the property market - anyone can do it. making money from your home. Designers and property developers Colin McAllister and Justin Ryan lead you through the maze of buying and selling a property, helping you to assess your needs, research an area and deal with estate agents. From how to spot the potential at a property viewing to the best way to sell your home, Colin and Justin reveal all the tricks of the trade to help you on your way. Justin give expert advice on the best changes to make to a property to increase its value, whether you're buying to live, buying to let or buying to sell. Detailed case studies will help you avoid expensive mistakes and shrewd money-making ideas will encourage you to take a fresh look at what you could do with your home.

Colin McAllister and Justin Ryan―Scottish interior designers, TV hosts, and property speculators―are cabin aficionados who divide their time between homes in Canada and their beloved Scotland. Modern Cabins, Cottages and Retreats is a stunning book of modern-day retreats―bucolic weekend escapes by the sea, remote getaways in the woods, and rustic mountain hideouts―to inspire peaceful and quiet living. The authors genuinely believe that cabin time has a remarkably positive impact on our health, wellbeing and our happiness. Whether it’s a rustic cottage nestled deep within a Nordic forest, a robust mountain lodge in Montana, a breathtaking treehouse in Canada, or a steel-walled, one-room “hotel” in Denmark, these retreats share one vital aspect in they proffer the chance to escape and to and live in harmony with nature, far from the madding crowd. Part style bible and lifestyle manual, the book features a beautiful collection of classic and contemporary cottages and cabins, each accompanied by an informative design profile and beautifully photographed images. And of course, the book is also packed with practical building and design advice that fans of Colin and Justin have grown to love. You’ll find relevant information about different types of dwelling styles, builds, sustainability/off-grid living, tiny homes, renovation on a budget, room zonings, décor and everything in between.

Colin McAllister and Justin Ryan have saved hundreds of homes from style hell. Now you can follow their simple and effective advice and transform your own home. And while you're at it you can laugh and shriek at all the 'before' pictures from their travels. Who said interior design had to be all work and no fun? - Find out if you are a design diva or a design dodo - Work out the best place for your collection of trolls* - Learn the principles of colour coordination - Become a style guru and watch your neighbours bow down before your genius - Discover why peach is the work of Satan Let Colin and Justin guide you - room by room - through everything that is bad, wrong, and just plain evil in interior design. Step away from the MDF and put down your stencil kit - it's time to learn how NOT to decorate. * the bin, of course

Exploring a variety of themes, Colin McAllister's poetry collection offers a humorous take on his experiences, from a cruise through South America to his passion for golf. The verses also touch on American politics and his initial forays into computer technology, showcasing his light-hearted reflections on life's adventures.

Go from zero to guitar hero, in this hands-on introduction to one of the most beautiful--and versatile--musical instruments out there.

Go from zero to guitar hero, in this hands-on introduction to one of the most beautiful--and versatile--musical instruments out there.