so glad to see you join us sam. yes you came to the right place for help. we have an incredible amount of talent here that loves to share their knowledge. i wish more people like you would join us and just ask ! ive seen people make amazing stuff in places similar to yours. if there is a will you will find a way. and we have many here that will help ! for very small spaces hand tools may be the way to start your journey. ive been growing my shop for over 35 years now and there is no end in sight. i started in the garage of a home i rented with a small job site makita table saw and grew from there. just keep asking specific questions and someone will help ! check out the various forums.
working with my hands is a joy,it gives me a sense of fulfillment,somthing so many seek and so few find.-SAM MALOOF.