Johannes (Jo) Hammerborg trained as a silversmith before joining Copenhagagen's Kunstakademiet, the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. In 1957 he became head of design at Fog & Mørup, where he created over 60 lamps and assisted in bringing a new modernist aesthetic to the company before leaving in 1980 to start his own lighting design business.

Jo-a was born from our determination to fullfill the desires of those looking for furniture that is truly unique. Listening closely to your needs guides the creation of a personalised project that fits perfectly into your living space. Solid wood, steel and other fine materials are put together in an innovative way to create furniture that is made to last, with taut, fine lines that attract the eye and play with the light. Your piece of furniture has got character; it is warm and functional and you will take pleasure in it every day.