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)
Mid-Century Modern Dornes Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Dornes Marble Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Dornes marble coffee table is a tribute to Portugal’s sce...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Onyx Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essenc...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Brass
Modern Bordeira Travertine Coffee Table, Handmade Portugal By Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Bordeira Travertine Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira travertine coffee table was designed to bring the esse...
Onyx, Carrara Marble, Travertine
Contemporary Foice Marble Side Table, Calacatta, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Foice Marble Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Foice marble side table merges the essence of the Neolithic age wi...
Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essenc...
Onyx
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Onyx Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essenc...
Onyx, Brass
Organic Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira marble coffee table was designed to bring the esse...
Onyx, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Bordeira Coffee Table, Steel, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Bordeira Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira coffee table wa...
Stainless Steel, Brass
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Ivory Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essenc...
Onyx, Statuary Marble, Brass
Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Cristallo Blue Lux, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essence of nat...
Stone
Mid-Century Modern Raw Quartz Side Table, Patagonia, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Raw Quartz Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Raw quartz side table celebrates the interplay between refined...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Granite, Marble, Statuary Marble, Metal, Brass...
Modern Bordeira Travertine Coffee Table, Onyx, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Bordeira Travertine Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira travertine coffee table was designed to bring the esse...
Onyx, Marble, Statuary Marble, Travertine
Mid-Century Modern Raw Quartz Side Table, Patagonia, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Raw Quartz Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Raw quartz side table celebrates the interplay between refined...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Granite, Marble, Statuary Marble, Metal, Brass...
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Statuario Brass, Handmade Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Raw marble side table cel...
Marble, Statuary Marble, Onyx, Travertine, Quartz, Metal, Brass, Stainle...
Art Deco Armilar Stone Console Table, Miel Onyx, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
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 Raw Quartz Side Table, Patagonia, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Raw Quartz Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Raw quartz side table celebrates the interplay between refined...
Onyx, Marble, Travertine, Statuary Marble, Quartz, Metal, Brass, Stainle...
Mid-Century Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira marble coffee table was designed to bring the essence of nature into interior spaces, drawing inspiration from the captivating lines of Bordeira Beach. Through its sweeping curves, ocean meets the land in perfect harmony, expressing the true freedom of organic design. A favorite piece among designers, the Bordeira marble coffee table combines fine craftsmanship and noble materials, making it the ideal centrepiece for contemporary interiors. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Bordeira Metal Coffee Table can be customized in terms of dimensions, materials and finishes. For U.S. clients, we can handle all customs clearance, cover duties, and offer white-glove service as well upon request. The Bordeira coffee table features cylindrical legs in polished mirrored stainless steel. The top is crafted from honed Rosa Egeo marble with matte finish. The Bordeira coffee table can be customized in terms of dimensions, materials and finishes. Mid-Century Modern Bordeira Coffee Table...
Onyx, Travertine, Quartz, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Raw Quartz Side Table, Patagonia, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Raw Quartz Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Raw quartz side table celebrates the interplay between refined...
Granite, Onyx, Travertine, Statuary Marble, Quartz, Marble, Metal, Brass...
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Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Amethyst Stone, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essence of nat...
Amethyst
Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira marble coffee table was designed to bring the essence of n...
Onyx, Carrara Marble, Travertine
Set of 2 Modern Mó Coffee Tables Sahara Noir Marble Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 2 Mó Coffee Tables, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mó marble coffee table pays homage to the anci...
Metal, Brass
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Amethyst, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essenc...
Amethyst
Modern Sistelo Side Table, Oak Root Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Sistelo Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Sistelo side table draws inspiration from the terraced landscapes of the Vill...
Brass
Modern Sistelo Side Table, Walnut Root Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Sistelo Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Sistelo side table draws inspiration from the terraced landscapes of the Vill...
Brass, Silver Leaf
Organic Modern Armona Stone Coffee Table, White Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Armona Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Armona stone coffee table draws inspiration from the serene la...
Onyx, Brass
Modern Almancil Side Tables Sahara Noir Marble Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Almancil Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Almancil side table is a remarkable centrepiece that captivates the eye with its un...
Marble
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Calacatta Bianco, Handmade Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Raw marble side table cel...
Onyx, Marble, Travertine, Statuary Marble, Quartz, Metal, Brass, Stainle...
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essenc...
Amethyst, Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble
Organic Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essenc...
Onyx, Amethyst, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble
Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Tables, Lasa Venato, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira marble coffee table was designed to bring the essence of n...
Marble, Statuary Marble
Organic Modern Bordeira Quartz Coffee Table, Patagonia, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Quartz Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira quartz coffee table was designed to bring the esse...
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Granite
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essenc...
Amethyst, Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble
Mid-Century Modern Aire Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta Oro, Handmade Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Aire Modern Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Aire marble coffee table stands out as a bold expression of...
Onyx, Quartz, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel
Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira marble coffee table was designed to bring the essence of nature into interior spaces, drawing inspiration from the captivating lines of Bordeira Beach. Through its sweeping curves, ocean meets the land in perfect harmony, expressing the true freedom of organic design. A favorite piece among designers, the Bordeira marble coffee table combines fine craftsmanship and noble materials, making it the ideal centrepiece for contemporary interiors. The Bordeira coffee table...
Onyx, Marble, Carrara Marble
Modern Foice Marble Side Table, Calacatta, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Foice Marble Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Foice marble side table merges the essence of the Neolithic age with mod...
Marble, Onyx, Travertine, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Sahara Noir, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Raw marble side table celebrates the interplay between refined...
Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Quartz, Metal, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Calacatta Viola, Handmade Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Raw marble side table cel...
Marble, Onyx, Travertine, Statuary Marble, Quartz, Metal, Brass, Stainle...
Organic Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Viola Marble, Handmade Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira marble coffee table was designed to bring the esse...
Marble, Carrara Marble
Modern Erosão Coffee Table, Oak Root, Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Erosão Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Erosão coffee table is in...
Brass
Contemporary Bordeira Quartz Coffee Table, Patagonia, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Bordeira Quartz Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira quartz coffee table was designed to bring the essence of nature into interior spaces, drawing inspiration from the captivating lines of Bordeira Beach. Through its sweeping curves, ocean meets the land in perfect harmony, expressing the true freedom of organic design. A favorite piece among designers, the Bordeira quartz coffee table combines fine craftsmanship and noble materials, making it the ideal centrepiece for contemporary interiors. The Bordeira coffee table is an award-winning design at the Iconic Awards 2025 and Masterprize Awards 2024. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Bordeira Coffee Table can be customized in terms of dimensions, materials and finishes. The Bordeira Coffee Table was featured in Greenapple’s interior projects, including a Private Apartment in Ellipse 360, in Taipei, Taiwan (in collaboration with Tone & Manner Research Loci) and a Private Villa in Vilamoura, Algarve, Portugal. For U.S. clients, we can handle all customs clearance, cover duties, and offer white-glove service as well upon request. Bordeira Coffee Table Material Codes WD107 American Oak; open-pore black stained; matt finish ST042 Patagonia granite...
Granite, Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Brass
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Blue Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essenc...
Onyx, Marble, Brass
Organic Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Organic Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira marble coffee table was designed to bring the esse...
Marble
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Sahara Noir, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Raw marble side table cel...
Onyx, Marble, Travertine, Statuary Marble, Quartz, Metal, Brass, Stainle...
Modern Almancil Side Table Sahara Noir Marble Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Almancil Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Almancil side table is a remarkable centrepiece that captivates the eye with its un...
Onyx, Marble, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Dover White, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Raw Marble Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Raw marble side table cel...
Onyx, Marble, Travertine, Statuary Marble, Quartz, Metal, Brass, Stainle...