OUR TEAM

MEET OUR AMAZING TEAM

NICOLE HODGKINS

OWNER AND DESIGNER

Nicole is the founder and lead designer at Su Casa Staging, with a passion for transforming spaces into extraordinary experiences. With 15 years in the design industry and a deep understanding of the Airbnb market, Nicole and her team have helped countless hosts elevate their properties through thoughtful, customized installations. Drawing inspiration from both modern design trends and timeless elegance, Su Casa Staging

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Ireland Montano

Project Coordinator 

Ireland Montano brings a diverse professional background in Real Estate and Administrative Support to her role as Project Coordinator. Her experience within the Real Estate industry has provided her with a strong understanding of homes, property, and the thoughtful details that influence both the function and character of a space. In addition, her background as an Administrative Assistant has strengthened her skills in organization, communication, client relations, and managing multiple priorities with efficiency and attention to detail. Ireland brings a poised, attentive, and professional approach to each client interaction, with a commitment to understanding individual needs and ensuring every detail is handled with care.

Caitie Johnson

Staging Specialist and Interior Designer

We feel very fortunate that Caitie landed on our doorstep. She's incredibly talented and, by all appearances (and her own claims), she loves working here. Caitie exudes enthusiasm for everything we do. Whether she's pulling furniture and accessories, creating beautiful spaces in vacant homes, putting away cushions (on impossibly-full shelves), or inventing clever new ways to organize endless supplies of scarves, shower-curtain rings, tools and, dare we say it, junk--she's doing it all with zest and gusto!


We're lucky to have her not only because of her exuberance but also because of the education and work experience she brings to the table. In addition to a degree in foreign languages, Caitie has a degree in architectural studies and interior design. Prior to working with us, she worked at an interior design firm in Santa Fe, where she helped clients revamp their interior spaces. She enjoyed the work but is very excited about the rare opportunity afforded by staging for a living: day in and day out, her creative eyes sparkle when faced with a cold and empty house that she will transform into a warm, inviting, Su-Casa staged home.

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NANCY BOTHNE

STAGING SPECIALIST & MODEL HOME EXPERT

Nancy is well acquainted with the challenges inherent to remodeling and decorating different spaces. After years’ worth of owning investment properties in New England and California, she has single-handedly designed a gamut of interior spaces—from Boston brownstones short on square footage to California condos desperate for ritzy décor. While working in the real estate industry in the 1980s, Nancy opened her own retail fashion boutique on Boston’s prestigious Newbury Street. There she gained recognition in publications such as The Boston Globe, Newsweek, USA Today and The Wall Street Journal.

The early 1990s brought Nancy to Los Angeles where she continued to work in real estate while pursuing her love of home renovation. She received her certification from the Interior Decorators Institute of Los Angeles in 2004.

Nancy now lives in Santa Fe (score!) and works with us, offering her expertise first and foremost to our model home clientele. For more examples of Nancy's work, click here. You will find more examples of her work on her own website at Nancy Bothne Designs.

Nichole Hill

Stager and Interior Designer

My name is Nichole. I was born and raised in Albuquerque, NM. Besides interior design, I also love running, yoga, baking, and really anything creative!


While I had always been creative growing up, I also found an interest in business. I graduated with my Bachelor’s and Master's in accounting from The University of New Mexico. After becoming a CPA and working in accounting, I quickly realized just how much I needed to be creative in my career. I decided it was time to pursue my passion of interior design. I was fortunate enough to join the Su Casa team and enrolled in a course with The Interior Design Institute, beginning my journey in design. 

 

I recently got the opportunity to intern with Magnolia on their design team as an interior styling and staging intern and have received my Diploma of Interior Design from The Interior Design Institute. I’m so excited to return home and to Su Casa, feeling inspired and ready to use the skills and knowledge I have gained through these experiences. I love being a part of the Su Casa team and can't wait to continue creating beautiful spaces! 

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Sharla Ortega-Schwartz 

Stager and Consultant

With a dynamic career in leadership, Sharla Ortega-Schwartz brings a unique blend of people-centered strategy and creative vision to the world of interior design.


Formerly a Regional Manager of Talent Acquisition in the Aviation industry and VIP Lounge arena, Sharla has spent years cultivating environments that support comfort, functionality, and well-being.


Her experience also includes leadership positions in IT, showcasing her versatility and strength in managing complex projects and teams. Beyond her corporate success, Sharla has always nurtured a deep passion for interior design and home transformation. Known for her attention to detail, organizational skills, and intuitive subtle style enhancements, she specializes in creating warm, inviting interiors that feel both lived-in and thoughtfully designed.


Sharla is committed to helping clients create environments that feel like home.

Jacob Spill

Isaiah Cremin

Jonathen Zuniga

Anthony Armijo

THE MUSCLES THAT MAKE IT ALL HAPPEN

Our home staging team wouldn’t work without our amazing dedicated and experienced movers. With several years of experience in the industry, they have honed their skills in efficiently and safely handling furniture and decor. Their attention to detail and ability to carefully arrange items ensures that each home is presented in the best possible way for potential buyers.

They take pride in their work and understand the importance of creating a welcoming and appealing space for potential buyers. They work closely with our team of designers to ensure that every piece of furniture is placed in just the right spot to maximize the visual impact of each room.


Their friendly and professional demeanor makes them a pleasure to work with, and they are always willing to go the extra mile to ensure that our clients are satisfied with the final product. When you work with Su Casa Staging, you can rest assured that your home staging needs are in good hands.

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