Going through the building process could take up to five years--five of the toughest and most satisfying years of an administrator's career. In going through this process, one can learn a great deal about the community and staff involved, and about onself. But even when the building project is completed, there is still work to be done: now is the time to take full advantage of the capabilities that have been created. This entails readdressing academic delivery and developing new approaches to operating the new facility. This article on how to use new learning environments to their fullest potential presents tips and suggestions on how to have a great building and how to manage and operate it for the enjoyment and benefit of students and teachers.