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)
Modern Mel Lounge Chair, Ivory DEDAR Boucle, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Dedar, Greenapple, Rute Martins
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
Mid-Century Modern Caju Loveseat, Dedar Bouclé, Handmande by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Caju Loveseat, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Caju loveseat embodies the perfect balance between organic design and ...
Brass
Contemporary Mel DEDAR Jacquard Velvet Lounge Chair, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Mel Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mel lounge chair embodies the warmth and richness of nature’s purest and ...
Brass
Contemporary Mel OUTDOORS Lounge Chair, Peach DEDAR Fabrics By Greenapple
By Greenapple, Dedar, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary OUTDOORS Mel Lounge Chair, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Outdoors Mel lounge chair embodies the warmth and richness of na...
Brass
$4,000
H 31 in W 58 in D 36 in
Mid-Century Modern Two-Seater Loveseat Sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning signed Dunbar 2 seater loveseat sofa. This piece is upholstered in it's original celery green woven wool in very nice to excellent condition. The loose seat cushions are qui...
Upholstery, Walnut
Mid-Century Post Modern Loveseat or Sofa Produced by Preview Furniture
By Preview
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural base with floating front sofa made by Preview circa 1992. It features the original tweed fabric in good condition. Could use cleaning before use.
Fabric
$995 / set
H 34 in W 45.5 in D 25.5 in
Vintage Woodard Wrought Iron Loveseat, Mid-Century Modern, 1970's
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a Vintage Woodard/Salterini Style Outdoor Wrought Iron Loveseat/Bench. This classic piece features black metal mesh seating, decorative floral detailing, and elegant curve...
Wrought Iron
$7,543
H 37.41 in W 27.56 in D 31.5 in
Ignazio Gardella 'Digamma' Armchair in Purple Dedar Fabric and Brass, 2022
By Santa & Cole, Dedar, Ignazio Gardella
Located in The Hague, NL
Designed by Ignazio Gardella in 1957, the Digamma lounge chair is a comfortable chair with roots in the late Italian modernist tradition. Its rational construction features two geometric sections - the rectangular upholstered back and seat - bound by a firm upholstered frame. The black metallic legs are finished off with Gardella's iconic brass 'duck' feet. The armchair has a three-position reclining backrest offering additional comfort and adjustability. This chair is a custom version realized by Santa & Cole for Kabinet Hubert...
Metal, Brass
Vintage Upholstered Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Loveseat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage Mid-Century Modern sculptural loveseat featuring a distinctive rounded silhouette, sweeping curved arms, and an enveloping backrest. Upholstered in a warm dusty ros...
Fabric
$4,423 / item
H 27.96 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Patterned Low Chair Gropius CS1 by NOOM, Dedar Tiger Mountain, Jacquard
By NOOM, Kateryna Sokolova
Located in Paris, FR
Inspired by bauhaus the design Low Chair Gropius by NOOM brings sculptural elegance to contemporary interiors. Upholstered in Dedar’s striking Tiger Mountain velvet, its bold, minima...
Fabric, Bouclé, Wool, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Faux Fur, Acrylic, Polyeste...
$5,964 / item
H 28.75 in W 30.71 in D 33.47 in
Contemporary Lounge Chair Hello by NOOM, Jacquard Upholstery, Dedar Tiger Beat
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
Mid Century Danish Modern Beautiful Brown Leather 2 Seat Sofa loveseat
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Danish modern beautiful Brown leather 2 seat sofa Dark brown wood legs. Style of Børge Mogensen. Beautiful Brown leather is soft and shows signs of use but broken in nice...
Leather, Birch
Louis XV Style Fauteuil
Located in Sheffield, MA
Distinctive vintage Louis XV style hand carved armchair having open and down swept arms and elegant cabriole legs. Upholstery shows wear and some staining. M...
Wood
$3,723Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 33.86 in W 37.01 in D 36.23 in
Mid-Century Modern curved bouclé oak Niemeyer II lounge chair by InsidherLand
By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand
Located in Maia, Porto
Gold Design Award Winner for Furniture Design Category at the A’Design Award Competition 2021-2022 The Niemeyer II armchair is named after the Br...
Bouclé, Oak
$4,524Sale 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
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