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 Tamborim Leather Pouf Ottoman, Handmade in Portugal By Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
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
Modern Buçaco Ivory Boucle and Brass Bed Stool Ottoman Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple, Dedar
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 Sugi Rose Gold Mohair Pouf Ottoman, Handmade in Portugal By Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
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
Organic Modern Twins Pouf Ottoman, Dark Blue Velvet, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Twins Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Contemporary. The Twins pouf is a sophisticated addition to any space, offering both...
Leather, Mohair, Bouclé, Chenille, Cotton, Linen, Upholstery, Velvet, Wo...
Art Deco Flute Blue Velvet and Oak Bar Stool, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Dedar, Greenapple
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 Soft Light Grey Boucle and Sapelly 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 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 Greenapple, Rute Martins
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
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stools, 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, Stainless Steel
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
Modern Prosa Oak and Ivory Boucle Bed Stool Ottoman, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins, Dedar
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 Soft White Cotton and Wool Boucle 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 pouf is designed to bring a gentle sense of comfort into the interior. Its rounded shape and up...
Brass
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 Kaizuka Pouf Ottoman, Dedar Checkered Motif, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Dedar, 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
Organic Modern Twins Pouf Ottoman, Beige Cotton Linen, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Twins Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Contemporary. The Twins pouf is a sophisticated addition to any space, offering both...
Leather, Mohair, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Walnut, Uphol...
Modern Soft Blue-toned Cotton and Linen Pouf Ottoman, Handmade by Greenapple
By HOLLY HUNT, 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
Organic Modern Twins Pouf Ottoman, Beige DEDAR Chenille, Handmade by Greenapple
By Dedar, Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Twins Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Contemporary. The Twins pouf is a sophisticated addition to any space, offering both...
Leather, Mohair, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Oak, W...
Mid-Century Modern Mary White Leather Swivel Bar Stools, 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 leather bar stool transcends the ordinary with its modern...
Brass, Stainless Steel
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
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
Pair of Modern Tufted Leather X Frame Stools
Located in Westwood, NJ
A modern tufted leather X frame stool, classic meets contemporary with this versatile piece. The top boxed cushion is crafted in rich brown leather accented with button tufting, it s...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Ottoman by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant vintage modern foot stool features black lacquered legs. Unique walnut cross beams connect each leg adding sturdiness and style. The sleek black vinyl top is molded for comfo...
Faux Leather, Walnut, Lacquer, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
Rare 1960s Walnut Adrian Pearsall Sculptural Stool Bench Ottoman
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates Inc. from the 'Stingray' Series. Can be matched with the Model 2466-C Lounge Armchair. Tight and sturdy frame. Architectural form, with staved A...
Walnut
ONIX Organic Modern Pouf Ottoman in Dedar Velvet Tiger Mountain
Located in Viseu, PT
- AVAILABLE TO SHIP FROM SEPTEMBER - Like a talisman for the home, Onix pouf exudes quiet luxury and natural beauty. Onix is upholstered with Tiger Mountain, an opulent and luxurio...
Jacquard, Velvet
Vintage Cube Upholstered Stools Moroccan Ottomans, Poufs, a Pair
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Pair of gold cube upholstery ottomans, Poufs. Upholstered stools, use them as extra seats, ottomans, stools. Light and easy to move around. Moroccan hassock, upholstered footstool or...
Fabric
GEMMA Striped Organic Modern Pouf Ottoman in Brown & Sand Velvet
Located in Viseu, PT
Like a talisman for the home, GEMMA velvet ottoman embodies elegance and modern sophistication. Its bold yet refined striped design is meticulously stitched by portuguese artisans, s...
Cotton, Velvet
Handmade Taupe Boucle Mushroom Ottoman, Mid-Century Modern Style, USA
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a taupe colored curly boucle fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating...
Fabric
ONIX Organic Modern Pouf Ottoman in Dedar Jacquard Velvet
Located in Viseu, PT
Like a talisman for the home, Onix pouf exudes quiet luxury and natural beauty. Onix is upholstered with Tiger Beat, an opulent and luxurious jacquard velvet fabric from italian bra...
Bouclé
$375 / item
H 18 in Dm 18 in
Mushroom Ottoman in Persimmon Red Boucle, Handmade Mid-Century Style Pouf, USA
Located in Fairfield, CA
A handmade mushroom shaped ottoman, upholstered in a red-orange colored curly boucle fabric. Perfect for using as a footstool or extra occasional seating. A comfortable cushioned sea...
Fabric
GEMMA Striped Organic Modern Pouf Ottoman in Brick & Camel Velvet
Located in Viseu, PT
Like a talisman for the home, GEMMA velvet ottoman embodies elegance and modern sophistication. Its bold yet refined striped design is meticulously stitched by portuguese artisans, s...
Cotton, Velvet
$766 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 16.93 in
GEMMA Striped Organic Modern Pouf Ottoman in Deep Bordeaux & Nude Velvet
Located in Viseu, PT
Like a talisman for the home, GEMMA velvet ottoman embodies elegance and modern sophistication. Its bold yet refined striped design is meticulously stitched by portuguese artisans, s...
Cotton, Velvet
$1,222 / item
H 19.69 in Dm 19.69 in
Contemporary Round Ottoman by NOOM, Modern Pouf, Barnum Boucle, White
By Kateryna Sokolova, NOOM
Located in Paris, FR
New NOOM furniture collection is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Bauhaus School in Germany. Ideas of functionalism and concise...
Fabric, Textile, Bouclé, Sheepskin, Wool, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Faux Fu...