When I got divorced in 2003 I moved into my small 700sq feet industrial and loved it.....right until I got caught by the landlord and reported to the council for dwelling in non-dwelling accommodation. So having been thrown out, I then lived and worked out of my small van for 6 years spending 1 or 2 nights a week in whatever Premier Inn or travel lodge I was closest too at the time. It wasn't about the money as such but about the freedom to do what I wanted, when I wanted, which was wonderful. Worked - travelled-worked-travelled until I made a permanent move out here in 2011.

Living in your workspace is great, but there are pitfalls if you're not well prepared. I will read the post you mentioned as I love people who don't follow the normal rules of human engagement!

Have a great weekend and I hope all is well in Portugal :-)