Wayfair Store Opens Today in Wilmette, IL
BOSTON, May 23, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Wayfair Inc. (NYSE: W), the
destination for all things home, today opens the doors to its first
large-format store in Wilmette,
Illinois, marking a significant milestone in the company's
journey to meet customers where and how they prefer to shop.
Spanning 150,000 square feet, the two-story Wayfair store is a
one-stop shopping destination for all things home – including
furniture, home decor, housewares, appliances and home improvement
products, for any style, space or budget.
An Omnichannel Retailer Purpose Built for Home
A
digitally native retailer specialized in the home, Wayfair brings
its well-loved combination of value, selection, service and fast
shipping to an immersive in-person store. Customers can expect a
distinct home shopping experience where they can explore 19
departments and find anything they need for their home, with the
assistance of in-store experts and curated collections to make the
process effortless and enjoyable.
"We are committed to providing our customers with unparalleled
shopping experiences, tailored to their preferences, whether they
choose to shop online or in-store. The opening of our Wilmette location marks an exciting chapter
for Wayfair, reinforcing our position as the premier destination
for home goods," said Liza
Lefkowski, vice president of merchandising and stores. "Our
store is thoughtfully designed to be both inspirational and
practical, empowering shoppers to create spaces that are just right
for them."
Experience Wayfair Like Never Before
The Wayfair store
helps customers easily create a home that they love in a fun,
seamless experience. Features include:
- Inspiring Selection of All Things Home – Wayfair's store
brings the best of furniture, home decor, kitchen, appliances and
home improvement together in one space
- Immersive & Effortless Shopping Experience – explore
easy-to-shop assortments strategically set up to find products
faster and make selections that best fit your home needs
- Free Onsite Expert Design Services & Home Improvement
Pros – take advantage of free 1:1 design and home
improvement advice from Wayfair team members; scheduled and walk-in
customers are welcome
- Exceptional Service & Fast Delivery – take certain
products home that day and expect to receive most products with
free shipping within a day or two
- Debut Restaurant, The Porch – snack and shop or gather
with friends, this all-day cafe features small bites, salads,
soups, handhelds and more
In tribute to the community, Wayfair commissioned artist
Alyssa Low, Chicago resident
and Long Grove, IL native, to
create a custom mural weaving in references to both
Chicago and Wilmette, displayed along the north exterior
wall of the Wayfair store. Additionally, as part of Wayfair's
ongoing commitment to supporting housing and a sense of home for
all, the company will make a $100,000
donation to local non-profit organization Connections for the
Homeless, helping to fund their efforts in delivering essential
services to people facing homelessness and housing insecurity.
Family-Friendly Grand Opening Celebrations & Exclusive
Deals
Shoppers are invited to attend the Wayfair store grand opening
and take advantage of exclusive deals and family-friendly
activities taking place all opening weekend long, including:
- The first 100 people/families in line every day through
Memorial Day get a $50 gift
card*
- Up to 70% off in-store on select products
- Giveaways and raffles
- Food and family fun
Located at Edens Plaza, a WS Development Property, 3232 Lake
Avenue, Wilmette, IL, 60091, the
Wayfair store is open Monday - Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m and Sundays from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
About Wayfair:
Wayfair is the destination for all
things home, in one inspiring place. With quality finds for every
style and budget, and a convenient experience from inspiration to
installation, Wayfair empowers everyone, everywhere to create a
space that is just right for them.
The Wayfair family of brands includes:
- Wayfair: Every style. Every home.
- AllModern: All of modern, made simple.
- Birch Lane: Classic style for joyful living.
- Joss & Main: The ultimate style edit for
home.
- Perigold: The destination for luxury home.
- Wayfair Professional: A one-stop Pro shop.
Wayfair generated $12.0 billion in
net revenue for the year ended December 31,
2023 and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts with global
operations.
*Limit one gift card per family, subject to our Gift Card Terms
and Conditions
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