Rute Martins Desks
Portuguese
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)
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Creator: Rute Martins
Mid-Century Modern Toscana Vanity Table Oak Beige Leather Handmade by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mid-Century Modern Toscana Vanity Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Mid-Century Modern Toscana vanity table is a captivating blend ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Rute Martins Desks
Materials
Onyx, Brass
Modern Mira Console Table, Onyx Miel, Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mira Console, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Mira onyx console table stands out as a bold expression of modern sophistication. Inspired...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rute Martins Desks
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Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass
Organic Modern Armona Desk, Oak Root, Onyx, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Armona Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Armona stone desk draws inspiration from the serene landscape of Armona Island, embodying a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Rute Martins Desks
Materials
Onyx, Quartz, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Organic Modern Pontes Desk, Green Marble Brass, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Pontes Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Pontes ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rute Martins Desks
Materials
Marble, Brass
Organic Modern Armona Desk, Oak Root, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Armona Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Armona desk draws inspiration from the serene landscape of Armona Island, embodying a sense...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Rute Martins Desks
Materials
Onyx, Quartz, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
Organic Modern Oga Desk Raw American Oak Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Oga Desk, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Oga seamlessly combines the beauty of organic materials with the elegance of contemporary design. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rute Martins Desks
Materials
Onyx, Brass
Modern Toscana Vanity Table Oak Beige Leather Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Toscana Vanity Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The organic modern Toscana vanity table is a captivating blend of natural beauty and c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rute Martins Desks
Materials
Onyx, Brass
Modern Menir Console Table, Calacatta Viola Marble Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Menir Console, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Menir quartz console table draws inspiration from the standing stones of ancient Alentejo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rute Martins Desks
Materials
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble
Modern Black Lage Bookcase, Brass Walnut, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Lage Bookcase, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Lage bookcase was designed to be the focal point of any office or living space. Its asymm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rute Martins Desks
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel, Metal, Brass
Modern Lage Bookcases Set/2, Brass Oak Root, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 2 Lage Bookcases, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Lage bookcase was designed to be the focal point o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Rute Martins Desks
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel, Metal, Brass
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Rute Martins desks for sale on 1stDibs.
Rute Martins desks are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original desks by Rute Martins were created in the modern style in portugal during the 21st century and contemporary. Prices for Rute Martins desks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $9,791 and can go as high as $18,359, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $10,895.