Meet the Team

Vallerie’s passion for design began as a military spouse when she realized the
importance of making a house a home. She recognized the impact and significance
design had in their lives and how it changed how they felt having to up-root and
frequently move cross-country within their first 10 years of their family’s life.

Before her CAD days, she would draw out her daughter’s room with pencil and decide
where her crib or toddler bed would go, along with her rocking chair and other
furnishings according to the window placement of that house. “What was going to make
her the happiest while making the most sense?” THIS was always the first room to be
unpacked. The fear of not knowing a place, the people or having anyone was definitely
scary, but I could create, design a place for my family and make it feel safe and
comfortable, and so I did.

Originally from Corpus Christi, Texas, Vallerie earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing
from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi before embarking on a journey as a
dedicated military spouse. Engaging in philanthropic work with organizations like the
EOD Warrior Foundation, where she served as an ambassador and Homes for our
Troops reflected her deep-rooted commitment to serving others. Inspired by her passion
for interior design, she pursued further education at the Design Institute of San Diego,
obtaining a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design. During her time at DISD, she served
on the Student ASID (American Society of Interior Designers) Board as Membership
Director and later became the Student Representative on the ASID San Diego Board. She
then went on to become the first Humble Design Committee Chair where she served as
a liaison between ASID and Humble Design. She is very proud and happy to be
continuing on her path with Humble Design as a Member at Large and also serves as
the Director of Professional Development for the ASID-SD Board.

In 2019, she co-founded The Designers Firm with Rudi Haido, where they specialize in
projects such as AirBnb designs, residential remodels, new builds, and exterior design.
Their unwavering commitment to client satisfaction underscores their success in
delivering exceptional design services across various sectors.

Vallerie resides in San Diego with her husband, Michael, and their two children, Isabella
and Alexander, as well as their dog, Lucy.

Rudi Haido was born in the historic Assyrian town of Alqosh where he then spent a year
in Turkey before relocating to the United States at the age of 15. At this time in his life,
he was already fluent in three languages and he soon graduated from high school
shortly after.

Having lived in four different countries, Rudi developed a profound fascination with
cultures, civilizations, history, and lifestyles. His curiosity led him to explore the fields of
civil engineering and interior design, recognizing its impact on people’s lives and the
environment. He also cultivated a strong interest in sustainability and minimalist design.
After his high school graduation, he embarked on a path toward a civil engineering
degree driven by his fascination with buildings and environmental enhancement.

However, despite his interest in civil engineering, he discovered that his true passion lay
in creative and enjoyable work, prompting a shift in career direction. He enrolled at the
Design Institute of San Diego, where he pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior
Design. While working as a tutor at DI, Rudi crossed paths with fellow designer, Vallerie
Dalrymple. Their collaboration began with their first interior design project together and
has since flourished, leading to the successful completion of several projects.

In 2019, he co-founded The Designers Firm with Vallerie, where they specialize in
projects such as AirBnb designs, residential remodels, new builds, and exterior design.
He is meticulous and detail-oriented, with a dedication to prioritizing client satisfaction.