Moving to Salzburg

Hello,

I'm Sandy and I was born and live in Edinburgh. I make artisan jewellery and work for myself. I have travelled extensively and still love to do this. I spent Christmas 2017 in Salzburg and fell in love with it. I couldn't get over how happy everyone was on Christmas day in the Christmas Market and on my first day as I left the hotel a beautiful elderly lady said good morning to me. This would never happen in Edinburgh. I also loved the beauty of Salzburg and the peace. By chance, I went to the Nutcracker Ballet and a tall lady sitting directly in front of me noticed that I was small and moved seats with her (I think) mother and so I got a perfect view - I was amazed at her kindness. Every day was a joy in Salzburg and the people were so friendly and kind. I loved the snow and the cold proper winter and even when it rained I was still smiling. The vendors selling alcohol were busy but nobody was aggressive or drunk, every day I encountered people with good manners. I know it was just a short holiday but for me, there was nothing to dislike.
Having voted against leaving Europe, I was heartbroken (and still am) that we lost. I believe we are stronger together and I want to leave the UK. I have loved Italy for many years - just like anyone who goes there, but I would like to move to Austria.
My difficulty, even here, is trying to find a small place to rent to make my metal jewellery. The building I work from now houses 200 artists and has just been sold for redevelopment and so I will have to leave in less that 18 months.
I was wondering if anyone on the forum could give any advice on finding a small place to rent that I could turn into a workshop for making my jewellery?
Any advice would be most welcome.
Thanks.
Sandy