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 Buçaco Ivory Boucle and Brass Bed Stool Ottoman Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Buçaco Bed Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The perfect complement for your bedroom. Buçaco bed stool offers simplicity and comfort fo...
Onyx, Brass, Stainless Steel, Bronze
Modern Tamborim Leather Pouf Ottoman, Handmade in Portugal By Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Tamborim Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Tamborim leather pouf draws its name and form from the small Brazilian percussion instrument. It...
Travertine
Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Dark Blue Velvet, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Flute bar stool brings rhythm and refinement to contemporary interiors. With a sculptural silhouette an...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Art Deco Flute Black Leather Bar Stool, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute bar stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Flute leather bar stool brings rhythm and refinement to contemporary i...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Art Deco Flute Leather Bar Stool, Black, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute Leather Bar Stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Flute bar stool brings rhythm and refinement to contemporary i...
Brass
Art Deco Flute Blue Velvet and Oak Bar Stool, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Flute bar stool brings rhythm and refinement to contemporary interiors. With a sculptural silhouette an...
Brass
Modern Sugi Rose Gold Mohair Pouf Ottoman, Handmade in Portugal By Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Fugi Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Sugi pouf draws inspiration from one of Japan’s oldest trees, evoking a sense of stillness and groun...
Brass
Modern Soft Light Grey Boucle and Sapelly Pouf Ottoman, Handmade By Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Soft Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Soft pouf is designed to bring a gentle sense of comfort into the interior. Its rounded shape and up...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Margot Swivel Bar Stools, Nubuck, Brass, Handmade, Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Margot Swivel Bar Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Margot swivel bar stool was designed to redefine modern livi...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Twins Pouf by Rute Martins for Greenapple, Dark Blue Velvet and Black Lacquer
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
The Twins pouf by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in dark blue velvet on a plinth lacquered black, satin. Handcrafted in Portugal. W 80 x D 60 x H 42 cm (31.5 x 23.6 x 16.5 in). The Tw...
Lacquer, Upholstery, Velvet
Art Deco Flute Leather Bar Stool, Emerald, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute Leather Bar Stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Flute leather bar stool brings rhythm and refinement to contemporary interiors. With a sculptural silhouette and vertical detailing on the base, it draws inspiration from musical instruments and Art Deco symmetry, creating a bold yet harmonious presence. Upholstered in leather and elevated by metallic accents, the Flute leather bar stool combines comfort with visual impact. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Flute Bar Stool...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Kaizuka Pouf Ottoman Dedar Mint Green Velvet Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Kaizuka Pouf Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in a DEDAR mint green velvet. Destined to...
Gold Leaf
Art Deco Flute Leather Bar Stool, Beige, Brass, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute Leather Bar Stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Flute leather bar stool brings rhythm and refinement to contemporary interiors. With a sculptur...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Capri Pouf Ottoman Holly Hunt Chenille Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Capri Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Contemporary. The Capri pouf is a sophisticated addition to any space, offering both style and fu...
Wood, Oak, Chenille, Bouclé, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Swivel Grand Pouf, Set/2 Pink Nubuck, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe The Grand pouf is a versatile piece that combines elegance with functionality. Its curved, sculpt...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Capri Leather Pouf Ottoman, Nubuck, Oak, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Capri Leather Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Contemporary. The Capri leather pouf is a sophisticated addition to any space, offering b...
Walnut, Velvet, Linen, Mohair, Leather, Bouclé, Oak, Wood, Chenille
Modern Porthos Pouf, Ottoman, Jacquard Fabric, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Porthos Pouf Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Porthos pouf was designed to offer comfort with a refined, understated presence. I...
Brass
Modern Prosa Oak and Ivory Boucle Bed Stool Ottoman, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Prosa Bed Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Prosa Bed Stool is inspired by the ease of a conversation between two people, an...
Onyx, Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Tamborim OUTDOORS Pouf Ottoman, DEDAR Yellow Twill Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Tamborim OUTDOORS Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Tamborim Outdoors pouf draws its name and form from the small Brazilian percussion inst...
Travertine
Modern Soft White Cotton and Wool Boucle Pouf Ottoman, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Soft Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Soft pouf is designed to bring a gentle sense of comfort into the interior. Its rounded shape and up...
Brass
Mid-Century Mary Pink Nubuck and White Leather Swivel Bar Stools By Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mary leather bar stool transcends the ordinary with its modern...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Soft Blue-toned Cotton and Linen Pouf Ottoman, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Soft Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Soft pouf is designed to bring a gentle sense of comfort into the interior. Its rounded shape and up...
Brass
Modern Soft Light Grey Italian Leather Pouf Ottoman, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Soft Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Soft leather pouf is designed to bring a gentle sense of comfort into the interior. Its rounded shap...
Brass
Twins Pouf by Rute Martins for Greenapple, Beige Chenille and Oak
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
The Twins pouf by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in beige chenille on a plinth of natural American oak, open-pore matte. Handcrafted in Portugal. W 80 x D 60 x H 42 cm (31.5 x 23.6 x 1...
Cotton, Upholstery, Oak, Chenille
Modern Monsaraz Peach Mohair and Onyx Bed Stool Ottoman Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Monsaraz Bed Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The perfect complement for your bedroom. Monsaraz bed stool offers simplicity and comfor...
Onyx, Stainless Steel, Brass
Modern Capri Leather Pouf, Ottoman, Nubuck Leather Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Capri Leather Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Contemporary. The Capri leather pouf is a sophisticated addition to any space, offering b...
Leather, Wood, Oak, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Porthos Pouf, Ottoman, Beige-Gold, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Porthos Pouf, Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Porthos pouf was designed to offer comfort with a refined, understat...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Porthos Pouf, Ottoman, Beige Wool, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Porthos Pouf Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Porthos pouf was designed to offer comfort with a refined, understate...
Brass
Modern Kaizuka Pouf Ottoman, Dedar Checkered Motif, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Kaizuka Pouf Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in a DEDAR Three-dimensional checkered mo...
Brass
Contemporary Toscana Pouf Ottoman, Dedar Beige Chenille, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Toscana Pouf Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Toscana pouf embodies the balance between timeless design and contemporary e...
Wood, Chenille, Cotton, Leather, Alpaca, Mohair, Bouclé, Linen, Velvet, ...
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stool, Leather Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mary swivel bar stool transcends the ordinary with its modern ...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf Mustard Cotton Brass Beech Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Grand pouf is a versatile piece that combines elegance with functionality. Its c...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stools, Leather Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mary swivel bar stool transcends the ordinary with its modern ...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Mary White Leather Swivel Bar Stools, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mary leather bar stool transcends the ordinary with its modern...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stools, Nubuck, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mary swivel bar stool transcends the ordinary with its modern ...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Twins Large Pouf by Rute Martins, Soft Pearl White Alpaca and Black Lacquer
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
The Twins large pouf by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in soft pearl white alpaca on a plinth lacquered black, satin. Handcrafted in Portugal. W 135 x D 75.5 x H 42 cm (53.1 x 29.7 x 1...
Alpaca, Velvet, Upholstery, Lacquer
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stool, Nubuck Leather, Handmade Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mary swivel bar stool transcends the ordinary with its modern ...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Almond Pouf Ottoman Light Grey Boucle Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Almond Pouf Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Almond pouf is a sophisticated addition to any space, offering both style and functionalit...
Leather, Bouclé, Wood, Alpaca, Mohair, Chenille, Jacquard, Upholstery, V...
Twins Pouf by Rute Martins for Greenapple, Beige Linen and Black Lacquer
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
The Twins pouf by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in beige linen on a plinth of stainless steel lacquered black, satin. Handcrafted in Portugal. W 80 x D 60 x H 42 cm (31.5 x 23.6 x 16....
Linen, Upholstery, Lacquer
Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf Stainless Beige Linen Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Grand Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Grand pouf is a versatile piece that combines elegance with functionality. Its c...
Stainless Steel