# Culture-Centric Sneaker Shops Foot Locker's 'Power Store' is a Hub for Art & Sneaker Culture By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-01-24 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-store References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/foot-locker-introduces-power-store-model-in-north-america-with-new-store-in-metro-detroit-300783102.html) & [footlocker](https://www.footlocker.com/) The city of Eastpointe, Michigan is now home to one of the first of many new Foot Locker 'Power Stores' in North America, which are centered around creating [authentic community connections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/telfars-nyc-flagship) and sharing the excitement of sneaker culture. This new store concept is about much more than selling sneakers, as the [Foot Locker Power Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/champs-sports-homefield) are touted as hubs for everything from art and music to sports. As such, the new space features custom art created by a local artist and hosts regular events that cater to those who are "sneaker-obsessed." At the Power Stores, consumers will also find a family-friendly shopping experience, complete with a Kids Foot Locker, a shop-in-shop for women, as well as apparel and accessories on-site. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Community-driven Retail Spaces:** Creating authentic community connections and sharing culture is becoming central to retail store concepts. - **Cross-disciplinary Collaboration:** Retailers are partnering with artists, musicians, and sports enthusiasts to create unique and immersive retail experiences. - **Cultivating Niche Obsessions:** Retail locations are catering to specific interests, such as sneaker culture, and providing a dedicated space for enthusiasts. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Retail:** The retail industry has an opportunity to revolutionize the traditional shopping experience by focusing on community-building and offering niche-specific stores. - **Art and Design:** Artists have the potential to collaborate with retailers to create custom art installations and unique experiences within retail spaces. - **Sports and Fashion:** The sports and fashion industries can explore partnerships with retailers to showcase their products, foster connections with enthusiasts, and promote their brands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Revitalized Shopping Destinations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foot-lockers-home-court.md) - [Locally Focused Footwear Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neighborhood-concept-store.md) - [Experiential Retail Sports Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/champs-sports-homefield.md) - [Large-Scale Basketball Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foot-locker-takeover.md) - [Experiential Running Shoe Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sportsshoes.md) - [Dynamic Running-Focused Retail Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-running-the-corner.md) - [Phygital Sportswear Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-style.md) - [Contemporary Engaging Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-retail-concept-store.md) - [Celebrity-Endorsed Sneaker Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/start-with-sneakers.md)