Welcome to Center For Lost Arts in beautiful Southernmost Illinois
Eva's Roost Retreat Cabin
A primitive zen-style cottage, designed & built by Paul, nestled in the hillside overlooking the forest & pond. Spacious, rustic and cozy. The extra large windows connect you to the outside natural world. Head out the back door to listen to the birds, sit by a fire or have morning coffee, watch the moon, take a walk into the forest. Recently, the addition of a screened in area allows for sitting outside or to open the french doors to allow in fresh air and sounds of nature as seasons allow. Carve out some time & space as a human being, rather a human doing. Reconnect with yourself, a friend or loved one and with nature. 
Tiny House of Paul
A unique tiny home, designed & built by Paul with help from apprentices, with many of Paul's signature touches. Centrally located near the greenhouse and woodshop, yet feels like a small world all its own. *NEW* From August 2026 onward we have full-time renters living in Tiny House of Paul. Send a message if you are looking into the future for a place to spend a significant length of time. 
The Cob House The Cob House is based on a design Paul did when taking architecture at S.I.U. back in the 80's. The original design includes three round structures, that he called "bubble houses." The first "bubble" is still under construction, with group work days planned as time allows. Guests & visitors to Center For Lost Arts are welcome to take the trail from the parking lot out to see the house. Ask for directions if needed. Instagram: #cobdencenterforlostarts @tiny_artchitecture |
Mindful Living Bonnie Burton has been creating inclusive & welcoming spaces for people in one form or another her whole life. Currently, her offerings include: * Mindful Living sessions (in person & online) * "Mindful Living & Meditation" A seasonal four-week series(in person) * Facilitator for individual & group retreats at Center For Lost Arts * Managing guest stays at Eva's Roost & Tiny House of Paul. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ www.soulintheworld.org Instagram: @soulintheworld Facebook: Soul in the World ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Cobden Village Shops & Galleries Bonnie is also the owner & curator of Cobden Village Shops & Galleries, supporting over 90 local artists, makers, vintage & antique vendors, repurposers & others committed to environmental & social responsibility. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Facebook: Cobden Village Shops & Galleries Instagram: @shopincobdenillinois Cobden Village Shops & Galleries is located at 220 S. Front St in Cobden, Illinois, next to the infamous restaurant, The Iron Whisk and the newly opened takeout patio restaurant, The Grapevine. |
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 & create with wood & 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 ~~~~~ Paul was diagnosed with a bone marrow mutation in 2022, that took away the use of his arms and hands. He has recovered most of his large motor skills and has been back in the woodshop with the aid of helpers and apprentices. We are so grateful. Currently, we have several people who live on the property & help Paul out with projects in the woodshop, greenhouse, garden & strawbale construction. Overnight guests are welcome to help out with seasonal projects if they like. Instagram: @tiny_artchitecture @paulfrankartwork #pauljfrank #cobdencenterforlostarts www.pauljfrank.com |
