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 Tamborim Leather Pouf Ottoman, Handmade in Portugal By Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Tamborim Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Tamborim leather pouf draws its name and form from the small Brazilian percussion instrument. It...
Travertine
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stools, Leather Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mary swivel bar stool transcends the ordinary with its modern ...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Sugi Rose Gold Mohair Pouf Ottoman, Handmade in Portugal By Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Fugi Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Sugi pouf draws inspiration from one of Japan’s oldest trees, evoking a sense of stillness and groun...
Brass
Modern Kaizuka Pouf Ottoman, Dedar Checkered Motif, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Dedar, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Kaizuka Pouf Ottoman, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A comfy ottoman with a luxurious touch. Upholstered in a DEDAR Three-dimensional checkered mo...
Brass
Modern Soft Blue-toned Cotton and Linen Pouf Ottoman, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, HOLLY HUNT, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Soft Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Soft pouf is designed to bring a gentle sense of comfort into the interior. Its rounded shape and up...
Brass
Art Deco Flute Blue Velvet and Oak Bar Stool, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins, Dedar
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Flute Bar Stool, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Flute bar stool brings rhythm and refinement to contemporary interiors. With a sculptural silhouette an...
Brass
Modern Soft Light Grey Boucle and Sapelly Pouf Ottoman, Handmade By Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Soft Pouf, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Soft pouf is designed to bring a gentle sense of comfort into the interior. Its rounded shape and up...
Brass
Organic Modern Twins Pouf Ottoman, Beige DEDAR Chenille, Handmade by Greenapple
By Dedar, Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Twins Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Contemporary. The Twins pouf is a sophisticated addition to any space, offering both...
Leather, Mohair, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Oak, W...
Organic Modern Twins Pouf Ottoman, Dark Blue Velvet, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Twins Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Contemporary. The Twins pouf is a sophisticated addition to any space, offering both...
Leather, Mohair, Bouclé, Chenille, Cotton, Linen, Upholstery, Velvet, Wo...
Organic Modern Twins Pouf Ottoman, Beige Cotton Linen, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Twins Pouf Ottoman, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Contemporary. The Twins pouf is a sophisticated addition to any space, offering both...
Leather, Mohair, Bouclé, Cotton, Linen, Velvet, Wood, Oak, Walnut, Uphol...
Mid-Century Modern Margot Swivel Bar Stools, Nubuck, Brass, Handmade, Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Margot Swivel Bar Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Margot swivel bar stool was designed to redefine modern livi...
Brass, Stainless Steel
$5,121Sale Price / item|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stools, Nubuck, Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Mary Swivel Bar Stool, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mary swivel bar stool transcends the ordinary with its modern ...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Bar Stools
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Pair available only. Fully adjustable in height from 30.5, 28.5, 26.5 and 24.5 seat heights. Swiveling freely bar stools are in amazing condition. Almost no wear. Made by the Admiral Chrome Corp from Detroit Michigan...
Steel, Chrome
Charlotte Perriand Berger Wood Stool by Cassina, Mid-Century Modern
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool model Berger designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1953-61. Relaunched by Cassina in 2011. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Reclaiming simple materials and basic shapes, with an eye to architecture and mountain life, led to the creation of two historic design low table-stools inspired respectively by the milking stool used by mountain shepherds in the French town much loved by the author. Placed individually or in lively arrangements, the two low tables bring the pleasing lightness of solid wood to indoor settings emphasized by the continuity of the grain between the top and the edges and the countless natural variations in the wood. Each piece is made of unique solid wood, so every piece will be different from one another and not exactly as the one on the photos. Both pieces are inspired by the mountains. While the latter takes its name from the milking-stool used by alpine shepherds, the former is inspired by the French locality much loved by designer and architect Charlotte Perriand. These furnishing accessories stand out for the honesty of their simple shapes and for the concrete expression of their materials and function. The turned seat meets the stylised legs both in the Tabouret...
Wood
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Dedar Jacquard Velvet
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This forsyth mushroom pouf ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cut...
Velvet
Danish Modern Teak Stool / Ottoman
Located in Denton, TX
Solid thick teak wood with dovetailed corners can be also used for a side table.
Teak
Mid Century Modern Walnut Swivel Bar Stools, c1960s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Add timeless sophistication to your space with this pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern bar stools from the 1960s. Crafted with solid walnut legs and topped with sleek black vinyl swi...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Ottoman by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant vintage modern foot stool features black lacquered legs. Unique walnut cross beams connect each leg adding sturdiness and style. The sleek black vinyl top is molded for comfo...
Faux Leather, Walnut, Lacquer, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
ONIX Organic Modern Pouf Ottoman in Dedar Jacquard Velvet
Located in Viseu, PT
Like a talisman for the home, Onix pouf exudes quiet luxury and natural beauty. Onix is upholstered with Tiger Beat, an opulent and luxurious jacquard velvet fabric from italian bra...
Bouclé
Mid-Century Vintage Swivel Bar Stools 1970s
Located in Baltimore, MD
A beautiful set of four mid-century modern bar stools circa 1970s. Each with a high back, padded backrest and swivel padded seats made of vinyl upholstery in a dark brown color. The ...
Upholstery
$2,900 / set
H 38.5 in W 25 in D 19.5 in
Daystrom Mid Century Faux Leather and Chrome Swivel Bar Stools
By Daystrom Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Daystrom Furniture started making furniture in 1934. This is a highly desirable set of 4 swivel barstools with foot rest. The stools are chrome plated and have a nice faux leather fa...
Chrome
Set of Mid-Century Modern Bar Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning set of four vintage modern bar stools feature a backless seat and a chrome base with a footrest. The two-tone vinyl is sure to complement a...
Chrome
$1,158 / item
H 18.9 in Dm 15.75 in
ONIX Organic Modern Pouf Ottoman in Dedar Velvet Tiger Mountaing white
Located in Viseu, PT
Like a talisman for the home, Onix pouf exudes quiet luxury and natural beauty. Onix is upholstered with Tiger Mountain, an opulent and luxurious jacquard velvet fabric from italian...
Jacquard, Velvet
$2,975 / item
H 40 in W 18.5 in D 19.5 in
Reeves Swivel Bar or Counter Stool W/ Ash stained Walnut legs & Brass Finish.
Located in Westport, CT
Swivel bar stool with Ash legs stained Walnut #2 and satin brass finish accents. Seat and back shown upholstered in green leather. Available in bar height (30" seat height), counter ...
Metal