Don't concentrate on building and play the game instead. You can just reuse buildings in game and other spots to have a place for your stuff. I have literally had a maxed comfort troll cave entrance with all workshop benches.

Building is optional also farming is, been able to complete game with ease without needing to farm the land.

Knife is also a nice simple weapon to make, low stam high DPS, can be used everywhere. So if you want to get rid of some tedium and focus on action then do it! Kick some ass!