About
We solve problems.
When you need creative solutions to your development challenges, Motley Design Group can provide practical answers. Our experience with troubled sites and older and historic buildings will make your project a success - functional, beautiful, and cost-effective. We design new buildings and rework old ones. Our emphasis is on making the best fit to the circumstances at hand, not in serving our own egos.
Robert (Bob) Graham AIA NCARB
Principal Architect
Bob's 38 years of experience in architecture has focused on historic preservation, urban infill and rehabilitation projects. He is a native Phoenician and the product of Arizona schools, receiving his B. Arch from ASU in 1985.
Bob is a leader in the historic preservation field. He has many significant rehabilitation projects and historical studies to his credit. In addition, he has been deeply involved with the preservation of Arizona’s heritage as a private advocate as well as through his involvement with preservation groups. As a downtown resident he has been active in promoting the sensible redevelopment of central Phoenix.
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President, Arizona Preservation Foundation 1990-2
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APF President’s Award, 1996
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Young Architect Citation, AIA Arizona 1997
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Arizona Heritage Preservation Award, 1999
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Phoenix Central City Village Planning Committee (2013-2014 Chair)
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Member, Phoenix Design Review Committee
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President/Founder, Grand Avenue Rail Project
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President, Grand Avenue Members Association
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Secretary, Arizona Street Railway Museum 2014-19
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Founder and Band Leader, Phoenix Pioneer Band
Derek Deschler, RA
NCARB, CLARB
Associate Architect
Derek comes to Motley Design Group with 12 years of architectural experience, 8 as a Registered Architect. He received his Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from the University of Illinois and his Master of Architecture from Arizona State. His background includes work on public works, aviation, office/warehouse , and multifamily projects. In addition to his architectural design and management capabilities, he has a strong background in landscape architecture.
Ryan Uricks
Architectural Designer
Ryan joined MDG in 2024 after five years in the industry working in architectural and engineering firms. He is a graduate of the University of Chicago and earned his M . Arch at Virginia Tech. Ryan is a certified Construction Document Technologist (CDT) and has extensive experience preparing drawings and specifications as well as administering construction contracts for significant projects.
Andrew (Drew) Hinderliter
Architectural Designer
Drew is an Architectural Designer with a varied background in construction and digital fabrication. He graduated from the University of Kansas with a Masters of Architecture Degree in 2017. In addition to designing intelligent and practical spaces, Drew also loves the adaptation and rehabilitation of historic structures. In his spare time, Drew is an amateur musician, model builder, and lover of all types of games.
Anjali Ramohalli
Architectural Designer
Anjali joined MDG in 2023 As a recent graduate of the University of Arizona's architectural program, where she received her B. Arch. in 2022. She looks forward to being challenged and embraces variety. She aims to design humanistic projects that inspire positive social change, support local communities, and prioritize overall health and well being.