Cobology

Modified Cob Mixes (M.C.M) & Experimental Kilns

By Paul Devon Young


Cobology is the name given by Paul Devon Young to a new body of ceramic and sculptural research focused on the development of Modified Cob Mixes (M.C.M)—an innovative take on traditional cob building, reimagined for high-temperature kiln design and ceramic production.


Drawing from local materials and decades of experimentation, Paul has refined a series of cob recipes using:


Refractory Clays
Dartmoor Granite Clays
Grog Sand & Mineral Additives
Bracken Fern (as a replacement for traditional straw)



These new M.C.M. blends result in cob materials that are not only structurally durable, but also capable of withstanding the intense heat required for firing ceramics—merging architectural tradition with geological science and artistic vision.