Welcome! If you are a facilitator looking for a place to host an event or retreat, let us know. Our main building - House of Paul - will be available for day use beginning September 2024. Currently available for overnight stays are Eva's Roost & Tiny House of Paul.
Overnight Stays Eva's Roost is a zen-style cottage nestled in the hillside overlooking the pond & forest. The extra large windows connect you to the natural world while you write, play music, stretch, sit, read or simply be. Spacious, rustic and cozy. Head out the back door to listen to the birds, sit by a fire, watch the moon, look out at the pond or take a walk into the forest. Carve out some time & space as a human being, not a human doing. Reconnect with yourself, a friend or loved one and with nature. ~~~~~ Tiny House of Paul is a tiny home designed & built by Paul, with many of his signature touches. It is centrally located near the greenhouse and woodshop, yet feels like a small world all it's own. A large westward window affords a beautiful forest & sunset view. A screened porch & outside deck provide space for relaxing in whatever way you desire. All guests have access to the trails, gardens & pond habitat on this beautiful 20 acre property. Instagram: @tiny_artchitecture @soul_in_theworld #cobdencenterforlostarts |
Mindful Living Bonnie Burton has been creating inclusive & welcoming spaces for people in one form or another her whole life. Currently she oversees personal retreats & guests at Eva's Roost & Tiny House of Paul. www.soulintheworld.org ~~~~~ Cobden Village Shops Bonnie is also the owner & curator of Cobden Village Shops, supporting over sixty local artists, makers, vintage & antique collectors, repurposers & others committed to environmental & social responsibility. You'll find vendors who practice "lost arts," but there's always room for more. Soap making, weaving, metal working, woodworking, candle dipping, dress making, stained glass, guitar making, pottery - endless possibilities! Find us on Facebook Instagram: @shopincobdenillinois Cobden Village Shops is located at 220 S. Front St in Cobden, a mile up the road from Center For Lost Arts, next to the infamous Iron Whisk. |
Master CraftsmanPaul Frank is the designer & builder of all structures & interior furnishings at Center For Lost Arts. It is Paul's greatest passion to build and create with wood and natural building materials, in connection with the nature. ~~~~~ Paul purchased a former daffodil and peony farm in the early 80's and began planting trees - 4500 of them. After 35 years, a thriving ecosystem has replaced the fields and the original barn has been transformed into Paul's original three story design - House of Paul ~~~~~ Recently Paul was diagnosed with a bone marrow mutation after losing the use of his arms & hands. He is in continuing recovery for post-stroke/seizure neurological complications. Unless it's extremely hot or cold, you'll usually find Paul working somewhere on the property with one or two of his apprentices. ~~~~~ Update: Paul's first art showing of his paintings will be at Alto Vineyards April - June of 2024. www.pauljfrank.com Instagram: @tiny_artchitecture @paulfrankartwork #pauljfrank |
