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 Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
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...
Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble
Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Green Onyx, Handmade Portugal 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...
Travertine, Granite, Carrara Marble, Onyx, Stainless Steel
Modern Chiado Marble Console Table, Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Marble Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado marble console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic...
Marble
Modern Sistelo Coffee Table, Walnut Root Brass, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Sistelo Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Sistelo coffee table draws inspiration ...
Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Bordeira Stone Side Table, Shadow Onyx, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Bordeira Stone Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone side table was designed to bring the essence of nature ...
Onyx, Brass
Modern Chiado Quartz Console Table, Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Quartz Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado quartz console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic quarter, capturing the essence of its artistic life and bohemian spirit. Seamlessly combining contemporary elegance with luxurious materials, Chiado features one leg upholstered in high-quality Italian leather, while the top is crafted from exquisite stone. Designed to exceed all expectations, the Chiado quartz console table accents any interior with its natural artistic expression. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Chiado Console...
Onyx, Marble
Contemporary Bordeira Coffee Table, Green Guatemala, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
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...
Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Contemporary Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Pink Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essence ...
Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Art Deco Pyrite Statuario Marble and Black Side Table, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco Pyrite Marble Side Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. The Pyrite marble side table is a striking fusion of geometry and elegance. Defi...
Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Stone, Limestone, Statuary Marble
Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
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...
Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble
Modern Chiado Console Table, Oak Root Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic quarter, capt...
Leather, Wood, Oak
Modern Chiado Stone Console Table, Miel Onyx, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Stone Console Table, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado stone console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic quarter...
Onyx, Brass
Modern Curve Nesting Coffee Tables Marble Oak Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Curve coffee tables, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection and inspired by fluid lines li...
Marble, Travertine, Quartz
Contemporary Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, White Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Contemporary Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the essence ...
Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Bordeira Stone Side Table, Pink Onyx, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Bordeira Stone Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone side table was designed to bring the essence of nature ...
Onyx, Travertine, Marble
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...
Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble
Modern Chiado Quartz Console Table, Red Leather, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Quartz Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado quartz console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic quarter, capturing the essence of its artistic life and bohemian spirit. Seamlessly combining contemporary elegance with luxurious materials, Chiado features one leg upholstered in high-quality Italian leather, while the top is crafted from exquisite stone. Designed to exceed all expectations, the Chiado quartz console table accents any interior with its natural artistic expression. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Chiado Console...
Onyx, Granite, 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, Marble, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Onyx Brass, Handmade Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Bordeira stone coffee table was designed to bring the es...
Onyx, Marble, Brass
Modern Chiado Marble Console Table, Leather, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Modern Chiado Marble Console Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Chiado marble console table draws inspiration from Lisbon’s historic...
Marble
Modern Bordeira Marble Coffee Table, 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...
Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Organic Modern Bordeira Stone Coffee Table, Pink 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...
Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Modern Almancil Coffee Tables Sahara Noir Marble Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Almancil Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Almancil coffee table is a remarkable centrepiece that captivates the eye with it...
Onyx, Marble, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble
Mid-Century Modern Salemas Marble Coffee Table, Calacatta, Handmade Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Salemas Marble Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Salemas marble coffee table was designed to bring a sense of calm and sophistication to contemporary interiors. Its graceful silhouette, enriched by the natural beauty of the marble tabletop, creates an inviting focal point that enhances any living space. A perfect balance of organic inspiration and refined craftsmanship, the Salemas marble coffee table exudes a sculptural presence and timeless elegance. Designed by Rute Martins, Greenapple's Creative Director. The Salemas Coffee Table...
Onyx, Marble, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble, Travertine
Vintage Modern Marble Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Interesting marble coffee table featuring a full marble construction including the base. The top sits on without latches or fasteners. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
Marble
Sold|$5,624
H 19.69 in W 56.7 in D 42.52 in
Mid 20th Century Brass Mounted Root Coffee Table With Oval Glass Top
Located in Benington, Herts
An unusual Mid 20th Century brass mounted root wood coffee table with oval glass top. French circa 1970 A well designed root coffee table with an unusual shaped brass hammered ...
Brass
"Teoca" Coffee Table with Marble Top
By ADN Studio
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
The "Teoca" coffee table is part of ADN Studio´s Volcan collection. This collection seeks to go back to basics. It is a subtle and refined interpretation of the archetypical modern f...
Hardwood
$5,000 / item
H 16 in W 48 in D 31 in
Handmade Modern Oval Coffee Table by Raka Studio in Bentwood & Glass
By Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
One of the Studio's Classic oval coffee table designs. A minimal design achieved by bending wood which reveals beautiful details at a closer look. The walnut stain finish enhances th...
Glass, Bentwood
$5,400 / item
H 14 in W 40 in D 50 in
FRANKLIN Coffee Table XL by AMBROZIA, Solid Walnut, Blackened Steel & Brass
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, QC
The Franklin centre table is handmade from a thick solid wood surface and featured subtitle hand polished brass details at the end. It has a hand rubbed natural oil and wax finish th...
Stainless Steel, Steel, Brass, Gold
$225,000
H 39 in W 61.5 in D 30.25 in
Italian Empire Console Table with Gilt Eagle Base and Marble Top
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Empire late 18th Century / early 19th Century console table with a variegated marble slab and gilt caved acanthus leaves wooden top supported on a gilt carved base depicting ...
Marble, Gold Leaf
Modern Walnut Coffee Table
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This modern walnut coffee table is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each table is a hand-made mitered box from walnut v...
Walnut
French Chinoise-Style Wood Console Table '20th Century'
Located in London, GB
French Chinoise-style wood console table (20th Century). Discovered in Paris, the piece is made of bare, moulded natural wood, now with a coat of stained varnish. It retains a dignif...
Wood
$7,867 / item
H 13.78 in W 59.06 in D 31.5 in
Contemporary Modern European Caravel Low Coffee Table in Walnut by Collector
By Federico Peri
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
Contemporary Modern European Caravel Low Coffee Table in Walnut by Collector 21st century Colombo, the Italian explorer, left from Portugal with 3 (as low tables are) Caravels to discover the world. Inspired by the different materials used on the boats, combined with the Portuguese craftsmanship Federico Peri created these 3 tables using rattan, walnut and marble. DIMENSIONS W 150 cm 59” D 80cm 31,5” H 35 cm 13,8 PRODUCT FEATURES Walnut PRODUCT OPTIONS Available in all COLLECTOR wood swatches The Collector brand was born and Portugal and aims to be part of daily life by fusing furniture to home routines and lifestyles. The company designs its pieces with the intention to embrace diverse styles and to blend in inside any contemporary setting. Since 2011, Federico Peri is a Milan based interior & product design studio. The projects range from retail concept, commercial spaces, private homes to furniture design. Working with authentic materials, aged, that tell a story of craftsmanship isn’t simply a standard of beauty but represent a real design-belief by which the studio starts any kind of project, whether it is furniture, installation or interior. AWARDS : – 2019, Architectural Digest Italy, SEVEN for the FUTURE – 2018, “Rising Talent Awards” at Maison & Objet – 2017, Candidates as “Best Emerging Designer” at the Milan Furniture Fair – 2016, Nominated at German Design Awards – Shapes lighting...
Marble
$2,340 / item
H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Portuguese Side Table Poppy in Beige Travertine Natural Stone by Mambo
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Poppy table is an emblem of nature and organic growth, behind this design lies an essence of naivety effortlessly found within natural forms. Poppy tables are a finely tuned example ...
Marble
$13,850 / item
H 13.8 in W 31.5 in D 70 in
Modern & Ecletic Caravel Low Coffee Table Rattan Walnut and Marble by Collector
By Federico Peri
Located in Castelo da Maia, PT
21st century Colombo, the Italian explorer, left from Portugal with 3 (as low tables are) Caravels to discover the world. Inspired by the different materials used on the boats, combined with the Portuguese craftsmanship Federico Peri created these 3 tables using rattan, walnut and marble. The Collector brand was born and Portugal and aims to be part of daily life by fusing furniture to home routines and lifestyles. The company designs its pieces with the intention to embrace diverse styles and to blend in inside any contemporary setting. Since 2011, Federico Peri is a Milan based interior & product design studio. The projects range from retail concept, commercial spaces, private homes to furniture design. Working with authentic materials, aged, that tell a story of craftsmanship isn’t simply a standard of beauty but represent a real design-belief by which the studio starts any kind of project, whether it is furniture, installation or interior. AWARDS : – 2019, Architectural Digest Italy, SEVEN for the FUTURE – 2018, “Rising Talent Awards” at Maison & Objet – 2017, Candidates as “Best Emerging Designer” at the Milan Furniture Fair – 2016, Nominated at German Design Awards – Shapes lighting...
Marble
Gold and Amber Faux Bamboo Cane Top Console Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern tortoise finish faux bamboo console table.
Tortoise Shell, Faux Bamboo
Sold
H 18.51 in W 26.38 in D 24.81 in
Organic Modern Bordeira Side Table, Pink Onyx, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Greenapple Side Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Bordeira modern side ta...
Onyx, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass
Sold
H 11.82 in W 43.71 in D 39.38 in
Modern Bordeira Coffee Table, Calacatta Marble, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Bordeira coffee table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Bordeira modern coffee ...
Marble