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)
Mid-Century Modern Caju Loveseat, Dedar Bouclé, Handmande by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Caju Loveseat, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Caju loveseat embodies the perfect balance between organic design and sophisticated elega...
Brass
Modern Mel Lounge Chair, White DEDAR Bouclé, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Dedar, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mel Armchair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mel lounge chair embodies the warmth and richness of nature’s purest and sweetest gift—hon...
Brass
$4,737 / item
H 28.75 in W 30.71 in D 33.47 in
Hello Accent Lounge Chair - Contemporary in Dedar Tiger Beat Jacquard by NOOM
By NOOM, Denis Sokolov
Located in Paris, FR
Designed to make a statement, the HELLO collection blends artful geometry with soft, inviting forms. Perfect as an accent chair or sculptural lounge piece, HELLO is ideal for modern ...
Sheepskin, Fabric, Wool, Mohair, Bouclé, Velvet, Faux Fur, Ash
Pair of Mid Century Lounge Chairs by Mel Simlow
By Mel Smilow
Located in New York, NY
Classic low profile midcentury lounge chairs by recognized master of the period Mel Simlow. Both chairs are in original untouched condition, the frames show...
Upholstery, Walnut
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 27.25 in W 67.5 in D 36 in
Fantastic Pencil Reed Loveseat Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Adrian Pearsall for Comfort Designs bent pencil reed loveseat sofa. This piece is spectacular in person and the light blue linen uphol...
Rattan, Wood
$6,629
H 24.81 in W 60.63 in D 33.86 in
Chic Mid-Century Modern Green Leather Sofa / Loveseat by De Sede
By De Sede
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Chic and playful Mid-Century Modern loveseat / sofa made in Switzerland by master leather ateliers De Sede.
Leather
Mid-Century Modern Slipper Loveseat By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern, slipper loveseat designed by the British architect and furniture designer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for the Widdicomb Furniture Compa...
Upholstery, Walnut
Blue Boucle Danish Loveseat
Located in Long Island City, NY
Danish loveseat newly reupholstered in cornflower blue boucle.
Bouclé, Wood
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 57 in D 32 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Brown Leather 2 Seat Sofa loveseat by Georg Thams
By Vejen Polstermøbelfabrik, Georg Thams
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern beautiful Brown leather 2 seat sofa Dark brown pine legs. Model 38 brown leather sofa. Beautiful Brown leather is soft and shows signs of use but broken in ...
Leather, Pine
Sculpted Sofa by Jacques Jarrige
By Jacques Jarrige
Located in New York, NY
The Aubrac sofa by Jacques Jarrige is a two-seat sculptural work that blurs the boundary between furniture and art. Hand-carved from multiple layers of pressed cardboard—a humble mat...
Wood
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Loveseat
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Loveseat Lovely antique French Louis XVI style painted and giltwood loveseat or canape. This stunning sofa is a beautiful gray color with gilt tr...
Wood
$4,196Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 35.04 in W 55.52 in D 47.25 in
21st Century Romy Armchair Bouclé Brass Handmade in Portugal
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
Romy Schneider was a highly acclaimed and versatile Austrian-born actress who achieved international recognition for her talent and beauty. Schneider's acting career began at an early age, and she soon rose to fame for her roles in both German and French cinema. Ottiu designers tribute Romy by conceiving this opulent line of upholstery seating. Dressed up in a deluxe bouclé fabric, the Romy armchair’s exquisite design creates an inviting and cozy seating...
Stainless Steel
19th Century Venetian Loveseat
Located in Houston, TX
19th century Venetian loveseat. This antique Venetian walnut loveseat, canape or divanetto has a beautiful shapely back, scrolled arms and cabrio...
Velvet, Walnut
1950s Italian Lounge Set
Located in Paris, FR
Nice lounge set consisting of a sofa and two armchairs, Italy, 1950. Good original condition. The feet are in brass. Dimensions of the sofa Height: 3...
Brass