Rute Martins, Creative Director and co-founder of Greenapple, has been at the heart of the brand's designs since its establishment in 2005. As the creative force behind Greenapple, Rute designs every piece, from the core collection to bespoke creations that bring clients' concepts and desires to life.
Alongside iconic pieces like the Bordeira coffee table and Biloba sideboard, she has developed bespoke interior designs for clients around the world, including projects in New York, Miami, London, and Switzerland. Her work has been featured in 1stDibs Introspective magazine, Incollect magazine, and the Financial Times’ How to Spend It.
Born and raised in Portugal and mother of five, including two sets of twins, Rute holds a degree in economics. After founding Greenapple with her husband Sérgio, the company’s CEO, she shifted from her economics background to pursue her true passion for design, earning a design degree in Lisbon.
Drawing inspiration from Portugal’s natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, Rute’s designs embody meticulous precision, unique creativity and a personal touch, characterized by organic and contemporary elements. With an intuitive talent for design, Rute channels her creativity into each piece, much like a composer or writer expresses their inspiration through their art. Her deep understanding of client preferences and aspirations allows her to seamlessly balance her sensibilities with her clients’ dream designs.
Find Rute's designs for Greenapple, including seating, tables, cabinets, lighting and more on 1stDibs.
(Biography provided by Greenapple)
Art Deco Chanel Sconce Wall Lamps Set/2, Marble, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Chanel Sconce, Wall Lamps Set/2, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chanel marble sconce is a luminous st...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass
Modern 7 Cidades Wall Decor Piece, Gold Leaf, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern 7 Cidades Wall Decor, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The 7 Cidades wall decor draws inspiration from the breathtaking landscape of L...
Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf
$2,450 / set
H 12.25 in W 5 in D 4 in
Modern Art Deco Brass Wall Sconces Paul Evans Style, circa 1970s
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
A pair of '70s Modern Art Deco style brass-plated wall sconces with a 'tiered' or 'step' design in the style of designer Paul Evans, circa 1970s. Sconce...
Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Alabaster Brass Wall Sconces, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of Art Deco alabaster and brass wall sconces, France 1930s. White alabaster with beautiful black veins, brass with side black painted accents. Both pieces in very good vintage...
Alabaster, Brass
$820Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
"An instant sudden", 2021, Wall Home Decor, Handmade in Italy, Gold & Black Ldt
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Marble
$820Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
"An instant sudden", 2021, Wall Home Decor, Handmade in Italy, Silver, Ldt.
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Marble
$4,200 / set
H 17.5 in W 10.5 in D 6.5 in
Set of 3 Art Deco Style Italian Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Contemporary
Located in Miami, FL
Set of 3 Art Deco Style Italian Murano Smoked Glass Wall Sconces, Contemporary Fume color and horizontal striation texture Black opaline finials and brass accents Art Deco inspired ...
Brass
$2,285 / set
H 4.7 in W 10.7 in D 5.1 in
Timeless Set of Three Art Deco Style Alabaster Wall Sconces, Light Fixtures
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful looking and easy to mount set of three alabaster wall sconces. If you are looking for a stylish and timeless way to bring light into your entry hall, bathroom, kitchen or ...
Alabaster, Metal
Art Deco Bauhaus Brass Wall Light by Woka Lamps Vienna, Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant wall-lamp with uplight and downlight function Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
Brass
$820Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
"An instant sudden", 2021, Wall Home Decor, Handmade in Italy, Gold & Blue Ldt.
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Marble
Lemongrass Leaf Bunch Wall Sconce
Located in Firenze, FI
Enhance your space with the exquisite Lemongrass Leaf Brunch Wall Sconce from our Hortus line in the eclectic collection. Designed by the creative Cecilia Pantaleo, crafted from iron...
Brass, Iron
$820Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
"An Instant Sudden", 2021, Wall Home Decor, Handmade in Italy, Gold Ldt
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Marble
Pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces Signed by Degue
By David Gueron Degue
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of French Art Deco Wall Sconces by the French artist " Degue " in molded clear frosted glass decorated with geometric motifs. Each shade is marked DEGUE mounted in bronze fram...
Bronze
$1,086 / set
H 10.24 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in
Art Deco Matching Set Of 3 Glass & Chrome Tubular Wall Light Sconces, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is these Modernist Art Deco three wall light sconces sourced in Europe and dating to the 1930's. Opaline tubular frosted glass in polished chrome frames. Idea...
Chrome