Not to be negative but I find basements to be dark, damp and they can have a musty odor.So like some one mentioned besure to check that the home you're buying has a dry basement room. It would not be good for you to spend hours in a musty room and your fabrics might get ruined too. That said I think it would be awesome to have your own studio. I have had one for the last three years above the garage and I really enjoy it. for me it is like having my own quilt retreat area in my own home. My kids and hubby like visiitng me in the studio too so I am not alone.