Transforming what was once a blighted community into a thriving downtown community, Calgary's East Village is already well on its way to becoming a vital part of the city. As vice president of Marketing & Communications for the Calgary Municipal Land Corporation (CMLC), the company in charge of the revitalization, Susan Veres is at the centre of one of the biggest developments to hit the city in some time. CREB®Now caught up with Veres to talk about the development and the city she calls home.

In theory, it seems like the most basic of home renovation projects. Able to transform a room from dreary to divine, a fresh coat of paint is a valuable tool in the DIY arsenal. However, there's far more to achieving a new look than just slapping a little Metropolis grey over that outdated perfect peach. While it's unlikely Alexander Graham Bell was referring to painting when he said, "Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.", his wisdom is just as pertinent.