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 Bottega Quartz Cocktail Table, Patagonia Quartz, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Bottega Quartz Cocktail Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Rute Martins The Bottega quartz cocktail table draws inspiration from the ritual of shar...
Quartz, Granite, Brass
Brazilian Modern Coffee Table by Sergio Rodrigues in Lacquered Wood
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Brazilian modern "Augusto" round coffee table by Sergio Rodrigues, 1991 Black lacquered wood and marble top Sergio and Adolpho were already old acquaintances when, in 1991, the entr...
Marble
Rose Quartz Bubble Rock Crystal Cocktail Tables By Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
A pair of luxury bubble rose quartz rock crystal cocktail tables with polish brass stands. Created by Phoenix gallery NYC.
French Mahogany Brass Two-Tier Side or Coffee Table
Located in Miami, FL
A charming French 19th century Louis XVI style side table in mahogany. The table is raised on cabriole legs. The table has two tiers decorated with pierced brass galleries. All below...
Brass, Bronze
TWR Rock Crystal Quartz Cocktail Table by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Rose quartz rock crystal quartz cocktail tables with twig inspired hammered brass legs, created by Phoenix Gallery. Custom size upon request.
Rock Crystal
$1,295
H 23 in W 28 in D 18 in
1950s Hollywood Regency 3 Tier Mahogany and Brass Server, Bar Cart on Casters
Located in Germantown, MD
Hollywood Regency three tier Mahogany server with brass details and casters. This oval server on brass wheels is simple in design, yet very eleg...
Brass
TWD Rock Crystal Quartz Cocktail Tables by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Smoky dark rock crystal quartz cocktail tables with twig inspired antique brass legs, created by Phoenix Gallery. Custom size upon request
$1,901
H 22 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in
Heals, Arts & Crafts Oak Cocktail table with Bottle Storage in the Side Doors
By Heal's
Located in London, GB
Heals. An Arts & Crafts octagonal oak cocktail table/cabinet with compartmented side doors, opening to reveal bottle and glass holders.
Oak
$1,232Sale Price|35% Off
H 35.44 in W 35.44 in D 20.08 in
Vintage Dresser Model CS49 by Vico Magistretti for Poggi Productions Italy 1970s
By Vico Magistretti, Poggi
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage dresser model CS49 by Vico Magistretti for Poggi Productions, Italy 1970s dresser model CS49 is an original design dresser created by Vico Magistretti (Milan, 1920-Milan, 200...
Wood
$2,995
H 23.75 in W 29.5 in D 20 in
Vintage Scandinavian Modern Teak Expanding Bar or Cocktail Cart by Poul Hundevad
By Hundevad & Co., Poul Hundevad
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern teak expanding bar or cocktail cart by Poul Hundevad. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that t...
Metal
$4,100 / item
H 20.87 in W 15.95 in D 20.67 in
Shagreen Table with Patagonia Stone and Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
$4,330 / item
H 22.45 in W 18.12 in D 24.02 in
Shagreen Table with Patagonia Stone and Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Brass
TWB Rock Crystal Quartz Cocktail Tables by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Rock crystal quartz cocktail tables with twig inspired hammered brass legs, created by Phoenix Gallery. Custom size upon request