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- Online home-goods retailer Wayfair will open its first Ohio store in Columbus in late 2026.
- The 70,000-square-foot store will be located at Polaris and serve as a smaller-format test model.
- Wayfair’s first physical store opened in Illinois in 2024, with more locations planned for other states.
Online furniture retailer Wayfair will open a brick-and-mortar store in Columbus next year.
The home-goods giant announced Nov. 6 that it will unveil its first Ohio store in Columbus next year, bringing its signature mix of furniture, decor and design services to Polaris.
The new 70,000-square-foot store at 1552 Gemini Place, adjacent to the Polaris mall, is slated to open in late 2026, according to a press release by Wayfair Inc.
Calling Columbus “one of the Midwest’s fastest-growing metros,” Wayfair said the Polaris site will serve as a smaller-format test model for its growing retail strategy.
“As we scale our retail strategy, we are focused on both expansion and experimentation,” said Liza Lefkowski, vice president of merchandising and stores at Wayfair. “Not only are we thrilled to open our first Ohio store, we are excited to see how customers respond to our efforts to provide a comprehensive home shopping experience in a smaller footprint.”
Wayfair’s first physical store opened in Wilmette, Illinois, in 2024, and additional locations are expected to follow in Atlanta; Yonkers, New York and Denver. The expansion marks a major push by the predominantly online brand to grow its in-person retail presence.
What Columbus shoppers can expect at Wayfair location
The Columbus store will feature furniture, housewares, appliances, mattresses and decor, along with a complimentary design center offering personalized styling and renovation support.
Many items will be available for same-day pickup, while larger purchases, such as sofas and dining sets, will be delivered quickly through Wayfair’s logistics network.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Wayfair to Polaris,” said Franz Geiger, managing director of NP Limited, the developer of Polaris. “Wayfair is a best-in-class retailer, and we’re proud to have them backfill one of our most prominent and important locations. They’ll be a fantastic addition to our community.”
Founded in 2002, Wayfair is best known for its online marketplace and affiliated brands AllModern, Birch Lane, Joss & Main, Perigold and Wayfair Professional.
Trending reporter Amani Bayo can be reached at [email protected].
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