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VEVOR Enters U.S. Physical Retail with First Brick-and-Mortar Store in Houston

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VEVOR Enters U.S. Physical Retail with First Brick-and-Mortar Store in Houston
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VEVOR Enters U.S. Physical Retail with First Brick-and-Mortar Store in Houston

2026-01-16 23:00 Last Updated At:23:15

Marking a New Phase in Its Omnichannel Expansion

HOUSTON, Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- VEVOR, a global home improvement brand, today announced the opening of its first-ever U.S. brick-and-mortar home improvement store in Houston on Feb. 9, 2026. The location will also serve as VEVOR's first global flagship store, marking a key step as the brand expands beyond e-commerce and pilots physical retail as part of its broader omnichannel strategy. The opening will feature a special appearance by a Houston Rockets player, underscoring VEVOR's commitment to engaging with the local community through meaningful partnerships.

Expanding From Digital to Physical Retail

VEVOR has built its U.S. presence by serving a growing community of home creators, including DIY enthusiasts, professional consumers, and small business operators, through a direct-to-consumer digital model offering professional-level tools at accessible price points. As more customers seek greater confidence and clarity before purchasing, the Houston location marks VEVOR's first step toward integrating its established online platform with a physical retail environment that supports real-world decision-making.

Unlike traditional hardware retailers, the Houston flagship is built around a BOPIS (Buy Online, Pick Up In Store) model that connects VEVOR's digital platform with a solution-driven in-store experience. Customers can explore professional-grade tools in dedicated hands-on demonstration areas, including a "Hands-on Pro Zone," where equipment such as car jacks and woodworking tools is available for practical use. Additional digital content and interactive experiences are planned for future phases to further enhance product discovery and shopping experience.

"As more customers want to see, test, and understand tools before buying, this store helps bridge that gap by offering hands-on product experiences while maintaining the accessibility and value customers expect from VEVOR," said Gavin Wu, Brand Director at VEVOR. "For us, it's about being a helpful, reliable presence in the Houston community, giving families and home creators a place to explore tools, ask questions, and feel confident about improving their homes."

Located at 10951 Farm to Market 1960 Road W, Houston, the store spans approximately 2,970 square meters (31,977 square feet) and offers a wide selection of tools, gardening equipment, and home improvement products, bringing VEVOR's online assortment to life in a physical setting.

Responding to Shifts in the Home Improvement Market

The U.S. home improvement and tools market is evolving as rising labor costs and a growing DIY culture drive the rise of "prosumers" — consumers who seek professional-level performance at accessible prices. At the same time, consumers increasingly value hands-on experience and informed decision-making, particularly as they prepare for seasonal home and outdoor upgrades. VEVOR's move into physical retail reflects these shifts, allowing customers to explore products in real-world settings before purchasing. This opening arrives just in time for those preparing their seasonal "Spring Reset" projects, offering practical support for home and outdoor upgrades.

Why Houston: A City Built for Makers, Builders, and Growth

Houston was selected as VEVOR's first physical retail location due to its strong alignment with the brand's core customer base. As the fourth-largest city in the United States, Houston has a large base of homeowners, contractors, and small business operators, along with a well-established DIY culture. Its position as a major logistics and distribution hub also makes it an ideal market to pilot and refine a new retail format.

The store is expected to create approximately 60 full- and part-time jobs, with plans to host product training sessions, DIY workshops, and creator-led activities as part of VEVOR's broader retail strategy.

With Houston as its first physical footprint in the U.S., VEVOR looks forward to expanding its retail presence in other major cities. By combining immersive in-store experiences with its robust online platform, the brand aims to offer customers a seamless, omnichannel approach to home improvement and empower them to create, build, and improve with confidence.

About VEVOR
VEVOR is a global home improvement brand that empowers home creators, who actively reshape living spaces to express their inner pursuits, finding joy in turning visions into reality with their own hands to upgrade spaces with pro-level gear at fair prices. From backyard makeovers to apartment innovations, VEVOR delivers uncompromised quality through vertical integration — combining precision engineering with the joy of making.

Founded in 2007 as an eBay seller, VEVOR began selling on Amazon in 2013 and launched vevor.com in 2020. The brand unveiled its refreshed identity in 2025. Today, VEVOR operates in over 50 countries, with a network of 200+ global warehouses and a catalog of over 40,000 products spanning tools, outdoor equipment, and home improvement solutions.

The brand's promise is built on four pillars: professional-grade performance, unexpected value, complete home ecosystem coverage, and uncompromising quality. This commitment is reflected in its 90% customer satisfaction rate, supported by 24/7 assistance and a 30-day hassle-free return policy.

For more information, visit www.vevor.com or search "vevor" on Amazon.

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VEVOR Enters U.S. Physical Retail with First Brick-and-Mortar Store in Houston

VEVOR Enters U.S. Physical Retail with First Brick-and-Mortar Store in Houston

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CES is always about what's new. But for THIRDREALITY, CES 2026 became something more meaningful: a moment to listen, reflect, and see how technology built around real-life needs is already shaping everyday homes.

Throughout the week, our booth welcomed partners, integrators, creators, and long-time users from around the world. They didn't just ask about product specifications—they shared stories. And those stories reminded us why we build.

When Smart Technology Fits Real Homes

One of the most frequently discussed products at our booth was the Smart Garage Door Opener, built on Matter over Wi-Fi and designed to work with existing garage remotes.

A visitor told us how seamlessly it fit into their daily routine:

"I didn't have to replace anything or change my setup. I just added the device, and now I can check and control my garage door remotely with total confidence. It's simple, and it just works."

Another conversation stayed with us even longer. A long-time customer described how our Smart Switch helped transform their 1970s home into a modern smart living space—without rewiring or major renovation.

"My house was never designed for smart devices," they said. "But your switch made it possible. It gave my old home a second life."

For us, these moments captured the heart of what THIRDREALITY stands for:
Smart technology should adapt to real homes, real people, and real constraints.

Product Focus: Plant Care, Presence Sensing, and Smart Blinds

While THIRDREALITY presented a broad range of smart home devices at CES 2026, several product areas in particular generated consistent attention at the booth.

The Smart Soil Moisture Sensor Gen 2 was presented as part of a broader plant care solution, working alongside the company's smart watering system. Visitors asked about updates based on user feedback, including improvements aimed at measurement consistency and long-term durability. In addition to indoor plants and balcony gardens, many attendees also discussed outdoor use cases such as small yards and garden beds. Questions frequently focused on wireless coverage in outdoor environments, with interest in how THIRDREALITY's own Zigbee repeater can be used to extend network range and support reliable data transmission for soil monitoring and automated watering in these settings.

Presence sensing was another frequently discussed topic, particularly across two radar-based products using 60GHz and 24GHz technologies. The 60GHz radar presence sensor is powered via USB-C for always-on applications, while the 24GHz version operates on three AA batteries to support flexible, wire-free placement. Both sensors offer adjustable sensitivity, allowing detection ranges to be tuned for different room sizes and use cases. Attendees asked about applications in bedrooms, kitchen, and workspaces, where precise presence detection can enable more responsive and context-aware automation than traditional motion sensors.

The company's Smart Blind Gen2 also drew strong interest. Many visitors commented on the design of the battery module positioned at the bottom, which simplifies access for charging. The blind uses a Type-C rechargeable battery and supports custom sizing, with widths up to 80 inches and heights up to 74 inches. Discussions at the booth focused on ease of installation, maintenance convenience, and how the design fits into everyday living spaces.

As we move into 2026

THIRDREALITY will continue developing across both Zigbee and Matter platforms, with a strong focus on Matter over Thread—bringing faster response, lower power consumption, and more resilient mesh networking to future devices.

To every customer who shared their story, every partner who stopped by, and every friend we reconnected with: thank you. Your feedback, trust, and support continue to shape what we build.

CES 2026 reminded us that innovation is not just about what's next—it's about what already matters to people today. We'll see you again next year, right here in Las Vegas.

About THIRDREALITY

Third Reality is a smart home technology company, dedicated to developing high-quality, user-friendly, and secure smart home products. Through continuous innovation and a deep understanding of market needs, the company strives to provide an improved smart home experience for users worldwide.

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** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **

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