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 Ignis Quartz Wall Decor Piece, Patagonia, Handmade Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Ignis Quartz Wall Decor, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Ignis quartz wall decor embodies the inner fire that fuels p...
Onyx, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Breeze Wall Decor Piece, Light, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Breeze Wall Decor, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Breeze wall decor embodies the essence of a massive, crashing whit...
Fiberglass, Art Glass, Paint, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Ignis Quartz Wall Decor Piece, Patagonia, Handmade Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Ignis Quartz Wall Decor, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Ignis quartz wall decor embodies the inner fire that fuels passion and emotion. Its organic form captures the movement of a flickering flame, evoking warmth and intensity. Crafted in Patagonia natural quartz, its intricate veins and rich textures create a striking visual statement, making Ignis a bold and captivating art piece for any interior. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Ignis Wall Decor 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. Ignis Wall Decor Material Codes FI001 Gold leaf; high-gloss finish ST042 Patagonia granite...
Onyx, Granite, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf
Mid-Century Modern Unique Wall Decor Piece, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Unique Wall Decor, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Unique wall decor is a tribute to individuality, embracing the bea...
Art Glass, Fiberglass, Paint, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Moon Wall Decor Piece, Light, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Moon Wall Decor, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Moon wall decor is a tribute to divine feminine energy, radiating a ...
Acrylic, Resin, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Unique Wall Decor Piece, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Unique Wall Decor, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Unique wall decor is a tribute to individuality, embracing the bea...
Art Glass, Fiberglass, Paint, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Unique Wall Decor Piece, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Unique Wall Decor, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Unique wall decor is a tribute to individuality, embracing the bea...
Art Glass, Fiberglass, Paint, Wood
Modern 7 Cidades Wall Decor Piece, Gold Leaf, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern 7 Cidades Wall Decor, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The 7 Cidades wall decor draws inspiration from the breathtaking landscape of L...
Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf
Modern Rossim Marble Sconce, Wall Decor, Statuario Marble, Handmade Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Rossim Marble Sconce, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Rossim marble sconce is inspired by the serene beauty of the Rossim Valley ...
Statuary Marble, Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
$801Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
"An Instant Sudden", 2021 Wall Home Decor, Handmade in Italy, Silver & Red, Ldt
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Marble
$801Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
"An instant sudden", 2021, Wall Home Decor, Handmade in Italy, Silver, Ldt.
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Marble
$801Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
"An instant sudden", 2021, Wall Home Decor, Handmade in Italy, Gold & Black Ldt
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Marble
$801Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
"An instant sudden", 2021 Wall Home Decor, Handmade in Italy, Silver Fucsia Ldt.
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Marble
$4,409
H 66.93 in W 51.19 in D 1.58 in
Mid-Century Modern Inspired Textile Wall Sculpture in Raw Silk by Amanda Malm
Located in Palermo, PA
This wall mounted textile sculpture by Swedish artist Amanda Malm is crafted from pure raw silk and brings a soft tactile presence to any room. The deep ocean blue color adds a sense...
Silk, Polyester
Mid-Century Modern Glass Mosaic Wall Art by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid century decorative glass wall art is hand cut and made by hand by skillful artisans in Brooklyn, and framed in natural solid oak. Resistant to fading and aging. Limited e...
Stained Glass, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage wall mirror with walnut frame. Made in the 1960s with a stylish curved frame around mirrored glass. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Mirror, Walnut
$16,200
H 53.5 in W 26.75 in D 2.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror by Paolo Buffa, Mahogany, Italy, 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian wall mirror with its original mirror glass, enhanced by brass nailheads, designed by Paolo Buffa in good condition. The backside of ...
Metal, Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror by Curtis Jere, 1970
By Jerry Fels, Curtis Jeré, Artisan House
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A silver, vintage Mid-Century Modern American wall mirror, composed of polished circular metal coins. Designed by Curtis Jere in good condition. Minor fading, due to age. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1970, United States. Curtis Jere is a metalwork artist of wall sculptures and household accessories...
Metal
$6,400
H 47.25 in W 26 in D 1.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Mirror with Handcrafted Metal Frame
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 20th Century, vintage Mid-Century modern Italian rectangular wall mirror made of hand crafted metal, in good condition. The original mirrored glass is supported, halted by the hammered and slightly wavy...
Metal
$801Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
"An instant sudden", 2021, Wall Home Decor, Handmade in Italy, Gold & Blue Ldt.
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Marble
Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirror
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sleek vintage modern wall mirror featuring a small shelf, stamped RS. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
Wood
$801Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
"An Instant Sudden", 2021, Wall Home Decor, Handmade in Italy, Black Fucsia Ldt.
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Marble
$801Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 2.37 in D 6.3 in
"An Instant Sudden", 2021, Wall Home Decor, Handmade in Italy, Gold Ldt
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Marble
Tafla IQ Wall Mirror, Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Geneve, CH
Tafla IQ wall mirror - Zieta Dimensions: D 6 x W 50 x H 295 cm. Material: stainless steel. About the Gradient Collection: The Gradient Collection combines an exceptional depth and...
Stainless Steel