Rute Martins
Portuguese, 1978
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.
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.
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Mid-Century Modern Minho Day Bed, DEDAR Bouclé, Oak, Handmade by Greenapple
H 21.65 in W 76.77 in D 37.4 in
$ 9,775
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Mi-Century Modern Lage Bookcase Set/2, Brass Oak Root, Handmade by Greenapple
H 96.06 in W 35.83 in D 14.96 in
$ 9,500
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Mid-Century Modern Armona Desk, Oak Root and Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
H 31 in W 70 in D 29 in
$ 10,925
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Mid, Century Modern Armona Desk Walnut Brass Onyx Handmade Portugal Greenapple
H 31.5 in W 70.87 in D 29.53 in
$ 10,350
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Mid-Century Modern Bordeira Coffee Tables, Miel Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
H 11 in W 43 in D 39 in
$ 8,625
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Mid-Century Modern Infinity Coffee Table Calacatta Marble Handmade by Greenapple
H 13.78 in W 70.87 in D 49.61 in
$ 8,625
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Mid-Century Modern T50 Lounge Chair, Beige Bouclé, Oak, Handmade by Greenapple
H 31.5 in W 25.59 in D 39.37 in
$ 5,175
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Mid-Century Modern Dornes Coffee Table, Oak Root, Handmade by Greenapple
H 35 in W 101 in D 90 in
$ 7,475
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Mid-Century Modern Grass Lounge Chair, Light Orange Faux Fur Handmade Greenapple
H 35 in W 34 in D 36 in
$ 5,980
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Mid-Century Modern Silhueta Console Table, Carrara, Handmade by Greenapple
H 31 in W 55 in D 13 in
$ 10,925
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Mid-Century Modern Raw Side Table Patagonia Granite Brass Handmade by Greenapple
H 16.54 in W 14.96 in D 14.96 in
$ 2,760
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Mid-Century Modern Armona Coffee Table, Calacatta, Brass, Handmade Greenapple
H 11.81 in W 59.06 in D 18.11 in
$ 5,980
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Mid-Century Modern Raw Side Table, Marble, Handmade by Greenapple
H 16.54 in W 14.96 in D 14.96 in
$ 2,760
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Mid-Century Modern Infinity Coffee Table, Marble, Handmade by Greenapple
H 13.78 in W 50 in D 25.59 in
$ 5,175
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Mid-Century Modern Armona Coffee Table Onyx Brass Handmade by Greenapple
H 11.81 in W 70.87 in D 21.65 in
$ 7,475
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Mid-Century Modern Bordeira Coffee Table, Calacatta Viola, Handmade Greenapple
H 14.96 in W 43.7 in D 39.37 in
$ 7,475
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Mid-Century Modern Infinity Wall Mirror, Gold Leaf, Handmade by Greenapple
H 33.46 in W 61.02 in D 2.36 in
$ 5,175
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Mid-Century Modern Maia Dining Chair White Holly Hunt Fabric Handmade Greenapple
H 31 in W 23 in D 21 in
$ 2,645
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Mid-Century Modern Margot Dining Chair, Camel Leather, Handmade by Greenapple
H 35.43 in W 25.2 in D 26.77 in
$ 3,335
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Modern Landscape Coffee Table Calacatta Marble Handmade in Portugal Greenapple
H 13.78 in W 59.06 in D 47.24 in
$ 13,225
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Mid-Century Modern Laurence Dining Chairs, Pearl Bouclé, Handmade by Greenapple
H 31 in W 22 in D 21 in
$ 3,335
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Mid-Century Modern Armona Dining Table, American Oak, Handmade by Greenapple
H 29 in W 118 in D 50 in
$ 21,850
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Mid-Century Modern Fall Dining Table Calacatta Marble Handmade by Greenapple
H 29.53 in W 125.98 in D 49.21 in
$ 19,500
