Sneaker News Social Status is setting up shop in Detroit, its first outpost in the Motor City. This new venture is beyond a retailer store; it’s a 100-year-old, 1,750 square foot space reimagined into a cultural hub that includes a four retail spaces, a community courtyard, and a take-out restaurant.
This $5.5 million investment is a continuation of The Whitaker Group’s ongoing $51 million commitment to reinvesting in historically Black neighborhoods.
The Whitaker Group has shared exclusive images of its interiors (sans product), revealing the inside space of Social Status Detroit as well as a dedicated beSocial space, a hub for their ongoing social action platform.
The outdoor courtyard features a half-court basketball area where community events will take place, with the mural artwork done by none other than Nina Chanel-Abney.
“With Social Status Detroit, we’re not just opening a store—we’re creating a platform for connection, expression, and opportunity in a neighborhood that’s been undervalued for far too long. This is about honoring the past while building for the future,” said James Whitner, founder of The Whitaker Group.
See images of the space below; stay tuned for updates on official openings, community events, releases, and more.
Interior Space
Outdoor Mural
