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)
Contemporary Armona Stone Coffee Table, Onyx Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Armona Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona stone coffee table draws inspiration from the serene land...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Mira Stone Console Table, Onyx Miel, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Mira Stone Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mira stone console table invites a deeper kind of attention. Inspired b...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass
Organic Modern Armona Desk, Walnut, Brass, Onyx, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Armona Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona stone desk draws inspiration from the serene landscape of Armona Island, embodying a...
Onyx, Quartz, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Organic Modern Formosa Console Table, Oak Root, Lacquer, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Formosa Console, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Formosa console table is inspired by the tranquil landscapes of Ria Form...
Wood, Oak, Walnut, Burl, Leather
Modern Silhueta Marble Console Table, Port Saint Laurent, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Silhueta Marble Console Table, Modern Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Silhueta marble console table celebrates the fluid forms and organic eleg...
Marble, Belgian Black Marble, Brass
Modern Chiado Console Table, Leather Oak Root, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Console, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic quarter, capturing ...
Brass
Modern Armona Stone Coffee Table, Onyx Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Armona Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona stone coffee table draws inspiration from the serene landscape of Armona Island, embodying a sense organic beauty and effortless sophistication. Its flowing tabletop reflects the gentle curves of the coastline, creating a harmonious balance between nature and contemporary design. Meticulously crafted with precision and care, the Armona stone coffee table stands as a statement of refined artistry, destined to be the heart of any living space. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Armona Coffee Table can be customized in terms of dimensions, materials and finishes. The Armona Coffee Table was featured in Greenapple’s interior projects, including a Mountain Chalet, in Le Grand-Bornand, France. For U.S. clients, we can handle all customs clearance, cover duties, and offer white-glove service as well upon request. Armona Coffee Table Material Codes ST073 Nilo Onyx; polished ME029 Dark oxidised brass; matt finish WD107 American Oak; open-pore black stained; matt finish Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple Unique by design, Crafted by people Founded in 2005 by Sérgio Rebola and Rute Martins, Greenapple designs...
Onyx, Brass
Organic Modern Armona Desk, Oak, Travertine, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Armona Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona stone desk draws inspiration from the serene landscape of Armona Island, embodying a...
Onyx, Quartz, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Organic Modern Armona Desk, Patagonia Granite, Walnut Handmade Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Armona Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona marble desk draws inspiration from the serene landscape of Armona Island, embodying ...
Onyx, Quartz, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Beans Floating Sideboard, Ironwood, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Beans Floating Sideboard, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Beans floating sideboard merges organic fluidity with architectur...
Wood, Beech, Oak, Walnut, Lacquer
Modern Aesculus Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta Bianco, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Aesculus Marble Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Aesculus marble coffee table draws inspiration from the Aesculus Pavia plant, which flourishes in the gardens of Parque Terra Nostra on São Miguel...
Granite, Carrara Marble, Marble
Organic Modern Armona Desk, Walnut, Onyx, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Armona Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona stone desk draws inspiration from the serene landscape of Armona Island, embodying a...
Onyx, Quartz, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Contemporary Aesculus Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta Bianco, Handmade Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Aesculus Marble Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Aesculus marble coffee table draws inspiration from the Aescu...
Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Quartz, Travertine, Statuary Marble
Organic Modern Armona Desk, Walnut, Brass, Onyx, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Armona Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona stone desk draws inspiration from the serene landscape of Armona Island, embodying a...
Onyx, Quartz, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Aire Quartz Coffee Table, Patagonia Quartz, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Aire Quartz Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Aire quartz coffee table stands out as a bold expression of modern sophistication. Inspired by the captivating Grutas de Mira de Aire, its irregular design echoes the organic beauty of nature's creations. The asymmetry of the stone top, featuring dramatic veining, contrasts beautifully with the sleek metal frame and brass detail, creating a striking interplay of textures. Crafted with exquisite materials and meticulous attention to detail, the Aire quartz coffee table is a statement centerpiece designed to elevate contemporary interiors. The Aire coffee table...
Granite, Onyx, Brass
Art Deco Armilar Stone Console Table, Miel Onyx, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Armilar Stone Console Table, Handmade In Portugal by Greenapple The Armilar stone console table is a modern tribute to the Portuguese armillary sphere, a navigational instr...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Alma Floating Sideboard, Onyx, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Floating Sideboard Alma, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Alma floating sideboard embodies the essence of the soul, fe...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Silhueta Marble Console Table Carrara, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Silhueta Marble Console Table, Modern Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Silhueta marble console table celebrates the fluid forms and organic eleg...
Marble, Brass
Modern Alma Floating Sideboard, Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Floating Sideboard Alma, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Alma floating sideboard embodies the essence of the soul, fe...
Steel, Brass
Modern Armona Stone Coffee Table, Onyx Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Armona Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona stone coffee table draws inspiration from the serene landscape of Armona Island, embodying a sense organic beauty and effortless sophistication. Its flowing tabletop reflects the gentle curves of the coastline, creating a harmonious balance between nature and contemporary design. Meticulously crafted with precision and care, the Armona stone coffee table stands as a statement of refined artistry, destined to be the heart of any living space. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Armona Coffee Table...
Carrara Marble, Granite, Onyx, Brass, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Ferreirinha Round Dining Table, Oak, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Ferreirinha Round Dining Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Ferreirinha round dining table pays homage to Antónia...
Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Alma Floating Sideboard, Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Floating Sideboard Alma, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Alma floating sideboard embodies the essence of the soul, fe...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Art Deco Castelo Brass Console Table, Ebonized Beech, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Brass Castelo Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Castelo marble console table pays tribute to Portugal’s historic c...
Travertine, Marble, Brass, Steel
Art Deco Castelo Quartz Console Table, Patagonia Granite, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Quartz Castelo Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Castelo quartz console table pays tribute to Portugal’s historic ...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Brass, Steel
Contemporary Mira Stone Console Table, Brass, Onyx Miel, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Mira Stona Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mira stone console table invites a deeper kind of attention. Insp...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass
Modern Armona Quartz Coffee Table, Patagonia Quartz, Brass, Handmade Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Armona Quartz Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona quartz coffee table draws inspiration from the serene landscap...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Menir Quartz Console Table, Patagonia Natural, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Menir Marble Console table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Menir quartz console table draws inspiration from the standing stones...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble
Contemporary Formosa Console Table, Oak Root, Lacquer, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Formosa Console, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Formosa console table is inspired by the tranquil landscapes of Ria Formos...
Wood, Oak, Walnut, Burl
Organic Modern Armona Desk, Walnut, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Armona Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona desk draws inspiration from the serene landscape of Armona Island, embodying a sense...
Onyx, Quartz, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Chiado Quartz Console Table, Red Leather, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Quartz Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado quartz console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic quarter, capturing the essence of its artistic life and bohemian spirit. Seamlessly combining contemporary elegance with luxurious materials, Chiado features one leg upholstered in high-quality Italian leather, while the top is crafted from exquisite stone. Designed to exceed all expectations, the Chiado quartz console table accents any interior with its natural artistic expression. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Chiado Console...
Onyx, Granite, Marble
Organic Modern Armona Desk, Patagonia Granite, Oak, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Armona Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona marble desk draws inspiration from the serene landscape of Armona Island, embodying ...
Onyx, Quartz, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Chiado Stone Console Table, Miel Onyx, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Stone Console Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado stone console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic quarter...
Onyx, Brass
Art Deco Castelo Quartz Console Table, Patagonia Granite, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Quartz Castelo Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Castelo quartz console table pays tribute to Portugal’s historic ...
Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Quartz, Steel, Brass
Modern Chiado Console Table, Oak Root Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic quarter, capt...
Leather, Wood, Oak
Modern Chiado Marble Console Table, Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Marble Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado marble console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic...
Marble
Modern Menir Marble Console Table, Calacatta, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Menir Marble Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Menir marble console table draws inspiration from the standing stones...
Marble, Quartz, Travertine, Carrara Marble
Modern Armona Stone Coffee Table, Onyx Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Armona Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona stone coffee table draws inspiration from the serene landscape of Armona Island, embodying a sense organic beauty and effortless sophistication. Its flowing tabletop reflects the gentle curves of the coastline, creating a harmonious balance between nature and contemporary design. Meticulously crafted with precision and care, the Armona stone coffee table stands as a statement of refined artistry, destined to be the heart of any living space. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Armona Coffee Table...
Onyx, Brass
Modern Chiado Marble Console Table, Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Marble Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado marble console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic...
Marble
Modern Chiado Quartz Console Table, Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Quartz Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado quartz console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic quarter, capturing the essence of its artistic life and bohemian spirit. Seamlessly combining contemporary elegance with luxurious materials, Chiado features one leg upholstered in high-quality Italian leather, while the top is crafted from exquisite stone. Designed to exceed all expectations, the Chiado quartz console table accents any interior with its natural artistic expression. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Chiado Console...
Onyx, Marble