The Motawi Design Team

Not everyone understands ceramics the way Motawi does, and projects can be surprisingly complicated. Our goal is to deliver projects on time, free of surprises, and more beautiful than expected. The designers at Motawi are knowledgeable, experienced, and love helping people acquire installations that work in every way. Contact us to get your project started.

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    Jessica Pruss

    Project Designer

    Jessica joined Motawi as a design adminstrator before joining the award-winning installation design department. Jessica is an avid reader, traveler, gardener, baker and theater afficianado. With her awesome husband, daughter and dogs, she loves exploring the great state of Michigan.

    Jessica’s favorite Motawi projects are Slate Leaves & Berries Fireplace, Ginkgo Lichen Fireplace, and Fields of Green Floor.

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    Gabrielle Cook

    Project Designer

    Before joining Motawi as a Motawi gallery associate in the wholesale department, Gabrielle spent four years working in studios and museums. She has a B.F.A. in sculpture and a B.A. in art history from the University of Michigan. She loves to travel, paddleboard and run accompanied by Pinto, her goldendoodle.

    Gabrielle’s favorite Motawi projects are Celeste Chicago Bar, Frank Lloyd Wright Storer Column Fireplace, and Bright Artisan Kitchen.