I have two quilting places...one is a spare bedroom on the second floor where all my fabric/tools are stored, and where I cut and piece my quilts (and occasionally FMQ on my domestic) but when I got a midarm, I set it up in the basement (only place it would fit). Unfortunately, it is a partially finished basement in a 115 year old house but I "decorated" with some collectibles, hung a few quilts, and got good lighting in there so it is not so bad. ALso, the space is temperature controlled so it is not too hot, too cold, or too damp.