There is a certain confidence to Belgian design - an elegance that whispers rather than shouts. Sumum is born from that very spirit. Founded by designer Wesley Demeester, the brand began with a single switch: one object, reduced to its purest essence. It was architecture distilled into a gesture, immaculate in form and uncompromising in detail. From that beginning, Wesley found his path - crafting beautifully considered hardware that balances technology, touch, and timeless design.
We visited Wesley’s workshop and showroom, where the essence of Sumum reveals itself layer by layer. The space feels like a sanctuary for precision - machines humming, materials stacked in thoughtful order, the scent of metal and craftsmanship in the air. Wesley walked us through each stage: the tactile samples, the refined prototypes, the meticulous finishing process that gives each switch its clarity and character. In the warehouse, rows of boxed components stood ready to be assembled and shipped across Belgium and beyond. It is here - between raw materials and refined form - that you see the devotion behind every detail, and the quiet artistry that defines Sumum’s world.
Sumum blends innovation with design, excellence with simplicity. Every line is intentional, every material purposeful, every mechanism engineered for grace. Wesley embraces technology not as spectacle but as service - ensuring each piece performs with ease, reliability, and a touch that feels almost effortless. It is hardware that becomes part of the architecture, not an interruption of it.
From tailormade switches to refined objects that complement any interior, Sumum honors the unique personality of a space. These pieces are not merely installed; they complete. They offer a final, disciplined touch - one that elevates minimalism, enriches warmth, and extends the designer’s vision into the smallest interactions of daily life.
As Wesley himself says, “A Sumum switch adds the final touch to a sleek and simple interior design.” In his world, perfection isn’t an ambition - it’s a responsibility. And simplicity, when crafted with intention, becomes a form of excellence.
