| Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies) | 12 Months Ended |
| Dec. 31, 2023 |
| Accounting Policies [Abstract] | |
| Basis of Presentation | Basis of Presentation The consolidated financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“US GAAP”) and pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with US GAAP requires the use of estimates, judgments and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the periods presented. The Company's significant estimates relate to the valuation of financial instruments, equity method investments, the measurement of goodwill and intangible assets, contingent liabilities, income taxes, leases and long-lived assets. Although the estimates have been prepared using management's best judgment and management believes that the estimates used are reasonable, actual results could differ from those estimates and such differences could be material. We operate on a fiscal year calendar consisting of a 52-or 53-week period ending on the last Sunday in December or the first Sunday in January of the next calendar year. In a 52-week fiscal year, each quarter contains 13 weeks of operations; in a 53-week fiscal year, each of the first, second and third quarters includes 13 weeks of operations and the fourth quarter includes 14 weeks of operations. Our 2023 fiscal year ended on December 31, 2023 ("Fiscal 2023"), 2022 fiscal year ended on January 1, 2023 ("Fiscal 2022"), and our 2021 fiscal year ended on January 2, 2022 ("Fiscal 2021"). Fiscal 2023 was a 52-week year, Fiscal 2022 was a 52-week year and Fiscal 2021 was a 52-week year. The consolidated statement of operations for Fiscal 2023 and the consolidated balance sheet as of Fiscal 2023 include the correction of an error identified during Fiscal 2023. This error pertains to the estimation of the historical operating lease liabilities, resulting in an overstatement of historical operating lease liabilities and assets by $ 7 million each as of Fiscal 2022 and by $ 8 million and $ 7 million, respectively, as of Fiscal 2021. Additionally, in connection to this error, there was an understatement of property and equipment, net, and debt by $ 7 million and $ 10 million, respectively, as of Fiscal 2022, and $ 8 million and $ 11 million, respectively, as of Fiscal 2021. The correction of this error is presented within operating lease assets, operating lease liabilities, property and equipment, net, and debt, net of current portion and debt issuance costs, in the consolidated balance sheet as of Fiscal 2023 amounting to $ 7 million, $ 6 million, $ 8 million and $ 10 million, respectively. The error also resulted in the overstatement of operating lease expenses and understatement of interest expense and depreciation expense, with a cumulative impact of $ 1 million for Fiscal 2022 and $ 1 million for Fiscal 2021. The correction of this cumulative error is presented within In-House operating expenses, depreciation and amortization and interest expense, net in the consolidated statement of operations for Fiscal 2023. The consolidated balance sheet for Fiscal 2022 includes the correction of an error, which was identified in Fiscal 2023, relating to the classification of the SWL term loan facility agreement. As of the year ended January 1, 2023 the SWL loan in the amount of $ 24,612 was presented within current portion of related party loans on the consolidated balance sheet. During the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 the Company concluded that the two individuals who are the counterparties to the SWL loan were no longer a related party as of January 1, 2023. The comparative period consolidated balance sheet as of the current year ended includes a reclassification to present the SWL loan balance within current portion of debt, net of debt issuance costs as of January 1, 2023. The Company has determined a current classification of this loan is appropriate as it best reflects the substance of the agreement with the lenders given that the annual loan extensions provided by the lenders each year are in effect short-term in nature at 12 months to the previous maturation date per amendment. There is no impact to the consolidated statements of operations as a result of the reclassification for Fiscal 2022 or Fiscal 2023, respectively. Going Concern The accompanying consolidated financial statements of the Company have been prepared assuming the Company will continue as a going concern. The going concern basis of presentation assumes that we will continue in operation for at least a period of 12 months after the date these financial statements are issued, and contemplates the realization of assets and the satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. |
| Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income | Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income The entire balance of accumulated other comprehensive income is related to the cumulative translation adjustment in each of the periods presented. The changes in the balance of accumulated other comprehensive income are attributable solely to the net change in the cumulative translation adjustment in each of the periods presented, and include the error correction described above during Fiscal 2023. |
| Principles of Consolidation | Principles of Consolidation The consolidated financial statements of the Company include the accounts of Soho House & Co Inc. and its subsidiaries, as well as certain consolidated variable interest entities (“VIEs”) for which the Company is considered the primary beneficiary (see Note 4, Consolidated Variable Interest Entities, for additional information). Other parties’ interests in entities that the Company consolidates are reported as noncontrolling interests within shareholders’ (deficit) equity. Net loss and each component of other comprehensive loss are attributed to the owners of the Company and to any noncontrolling interests. All intra-company assets and liabilities, equity, income, expenses and cash flows are eliminated in full on consolidation |
| Equity Method Investments | Equity Method Investment s The Company’s equity method investments consist of investments in which the Company does not control the investee but can exert significant influence over the financial and operating policies, as well as joint ventures where there is joint control (and in both cases if the investee is a VIE, where the Company is not the primary beneficiary of the VIE). The ability to exert significant influence is generally considered to exist when the Company owns between 20 % and 50 % of voting equity securities of the investee, in the case of corporate entities. When the Company sells an interest in a subsidiary which then becomes an equity method investment, the retained interest is remeasured at fair value. Investments are initially recognized at cost when purchased for cash, or at the fair value of shares received when acquired. The investments are subsequently carried at cost adjusted for the Company’s share of net income or loss and other changes in comprehensive income (loss) of the joint venture, less any dividends or distributions received by the Company. The investments are presented as equity method investments in the consolidated balance sheets. Income or loss from these investments is recorded as a separate line item in the consolidated statements of operations. Intercompany profits or losses associated with the Company’s equity method investments are eliminated until realized by the investee in transactions with third parties. Where distributions from equity-method investees and the Company’s share of investee losses are in excess of the carrying amount of the investment (including, where applicable, advances made by the Company to the investee), after the Company’s equity-method investment balance is reduced to zero, additional losses are recognized to the extent that the Company has guaranteed the investee’s obligations or has otherwise incurred legal or constructive obligations or has made payments on behalf of the investee. The Company considers whether its equity method investments are impaired when events or circumstances suggest that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. An impairment charge is recognized in the consolidated statements of operations for a decline in value that is determined to be other-than-temporary. Once a determination is made that an other-than-temporary impairment exists, the investment is written down to its fair value. There were no other-than-temporary impairments recorded during the fiscal years ended December 31, 2023, January 1, 2023, and January 2, 2022 . |
| Variable Interest Entities | Variable Interest Entities The Company analyzes its variable interests, including loans, guarantees, and equity investments, to determine if the entity in which the Company has a variable interest is a VIE. For those entities determined to be VIEs a quantitative and qualitative analysis is performed to determine if the Company will be deemed the primary beneficiary. The primary beneficiary of a VIE is defined as the variable interest holder that has a controlling financial interest in the VIE. A controlling financial interest is defined as one that has i) the power to direct the activities of the VIE that most significantly impact its economic performance and ii) the obligation to absorb losses of the entity or the right to receive benefits from the entity that could potentially be significant to the VIE. In evaluating whether the Company has the power to direct the activities of a VIE that most significantly impact its economic performance, the Company bases its qualitative analysis on its review of the design of the entity, its organizational structure including decision-making ability and the relevant development, ownership interest, operating, management and financial agreements. This evaluation requires consideration of all facts and circumstances relevant to decision-making that affect the entity’s future performance and the exercise of professional judgment in deciding which decision-making rights are most important. The Company consolidates those entities in which it is determined to be the primary beneficiary. If the Company is not determined to be the primary beneficiary but can exercise significant influence over these entities, these investments are accounted for under the equity method of accounting. |
| Concentration of Credit Risk | Concentration of Credit Risk Credit risk is the risk of loss from amounts owed by customers and financial counterparties. Credit risk can occur at multiple levels; as a result of broad economic conditions, challenges within specific sectors of the economy, or from issues affecting individual companies. Financial instruments that potentially subject the Company to credit risk consist of cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash, accounts receivable, and other receivables. The Company maintains cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash with major financial institutions. The Company’s cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash consist of bank deposits held with banks that, at times, exceed federally insured limits. The Company limits its credit risk by dealing with counterparties that are considered to be of high credit quality. |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, demand deposits, and all highly liquid investments with original maturities, when purchased, of three months or less. |
| Restricted Cash | Restricted Cash Restricted cash represents cash that is not available to the Company due to restrictions related to its use. As of December 31, 2023, the Company holds restricted cash related to its financing arrangements for the Soho Beach House in Miami. As of January 1, 2023, restricted cash related primarily to balances with the Company’s payments service provider and financing arrangements for the Soho Beach House in Miami. During the fiscal ended December 31, 2023 the balances with the Company’s payments service provider was released from restricted cash following the resolution of the restriction. |
| Accounts Receivable and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts | Accounts Receivable and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Accounts receivable include amounts due from customers and development partners in connection with the Company’s in-house design and other development related services whereby the Company extends credit, generally without requiring collateral, based on its evaluation of the customer’s or development partner's financial condition. Accounts receivable also include amounts due from customers, guests and members relating to services rendered. Any allowance for doubtful accounts includes management’s estimate of the amounts expected to be uncollectible on specific accounts receivable, taking into account the creditworthiness of the counterparty, the aging of the outstanding balance, and historical recoverability patterns. Allowance for doubtful accounts was $ 2 million as of December 31, 2023 and $ 4 million as of January 1, 2023. While the Company has a concentration of credit risk in relation to certain customers, this risk is mitigated by payments on account and credit checks on customers. Typically, accounts receivable have terms ranging from 0-60 days and do not bear interest. As of December 31, 2023 and January 1, 2023, there were no customers which individually accounted for more than 10% of trade receivables; there were no customers which individually accounted for more than 10% of revenue during the fiscal years then ended. |
| Inventories | Inventories Inventories are valued at the lower of cost or net realizable value and cost is determined using a weighted-average cost method. Inventories primarily consist of finished goods for the Company's Retail operations, which are externally sourced, as well as service stock and supplies (primarily food and beverage). Finished goods totaled $ 34 million and $ 39 million as of December 31, 2023 and January 1, 2023, respectively. Service stock and supplies totaled $ 27 million and $ 19 million as of December 31, 2023 and January 1, 2023, respectively. The Company records a reserve for obsolete or unusable inventory, where applicable. The reserve was $ 2 million and less than $ 1 million as of December 31, 2023 and January 1, 2023, respectively. Note that the reserve of $ 2 million, as for December 31, 2023, excludes the $ 5 million as a result of the Cowshed brand licensing agreement, described below, meaning the total reserve is $ 7 million. In November 2023, the Company entered into a 10-year licensing agreement with a third party to manufacture and distribute the Company’s Cowshed brand, commencing January 1, 2024. This has restricted the Company’s ability to sell certain inventories it acquired prior to entering into the agreement. As such, the Company has provided in full for the $ 5 million of inventory it is unable to recover as a result of entering into the agreement. This is presented within other, net in the consolidated statement of operations for Fiscal 2023. |
| Property and Equipment | Property and Equipment Property and equipment relate to buildings for owned Houses, leasehold improvements for leased Houses, fixtures and fittings and other office equipment. Property and equipment are recorded at cost, or if acquired in a business combination, at fair value as of the acquisition date, less accumulated depreciation. Costs of improvements that extend the economic life or improve service potential are capitalized. Capitalized costs are depreciated over the assets’ estimated useful lives. Costs for normal repairs and maintenance are expensed as incurred. The carrying amounts of assets sold or retired and the related accumulated depreciation are eliminated in the year of disposal, with resulting gains or losses included in gain (loss) on sale of property and other, net in the consolidated statements of operations. Depreciation is recorded using the straight-line method over the assets’ estimated useful lives, which are generally as follows:
Buildings 50 - 100 years *
Leasehold improvements Lesser of useful life or remaining lease term
Fixtures and fittings 2 - 5 years
Office equipment and other 2 - 4 years
Finance lease property Reasonably assured lease term Depreciation expense is included in depreciation and amortization in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. Assets under construction relate mainly to the build out of future Houses, are stated at cost and depreciation begins when the asset is placed in service. For property under construction, the Company capitalizes all specifically identifiable costs related to development activities, as well as interest costs incurred while activities necessary to get the property ready for its intended use are in progress. During the fiscal years ended December 31, 2023, January 1, 2023, and January 2, 2022, there was no capitalized interest. *The Company wholly owns three buildings, Soho Beach House, High Road House, and Babington House which is a 300 year old Grade II* listed (by the Historic Buildings and Monuments Commission England and Wales) manor house. Babington House is the only building that the Company depreciates over 100 years, because of it's historical significance and status as a listed building. Impairment of Property and Equipment and Other Long-Lived Assets The Company reviews its property and equipment and other long-lived assets for impairment indicators at each reporting date. Impairment losses are required to be recorded for long-lived assets to be held and used by the Company when indicators of impairment are present and the carrying value of the assets exceeds the future undiscounted cash flows estimated to be generated by those assets. When an asset group to be held and used by the Company is determined to be impaired, the related carrying amount of the asset is adjusted to its estimated fair value. Recoverability of long-lived assets is measured by comparison of (i) the carrying amount of assets against (ii) the future undiscounted cash flows that the assets are expected to generate over their remaining lives. If the carrying amount of the assets is not recoverable, the amount of impairment, if any, is measured as the difference between the carrying value and the fair value of the impaired assets. If the Company determines that the remaining useful life is shorter than originally estimated, it amortizes the remaining carrying value over the new shorter useful life. The Company recognized $ 14 million of impairment losses related to property and equipment as well as other long-lived asset impairment losses of $ 33 million (see Notes 6 and 9) included within loss on impairment of long-lived assets on the consolidated statement of operations during the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023. The Company believes the expected future operating results will not be sufficient for the Company to fully recover its long-lived asset investment in certain asset groups. The Company has estimated the fair value of the impaired assets using a discounted cash flow analysis. The Company recognized $ 47 million of impairment losses on long-lived assets (comprised of $ 33 million in respect of Operating lease assets and $ 14 million of Property and equipment, net) during the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023. No impairment losses were recorded for the fiscal year ended January 1, 2023 or January 2, 2022. In the fourth quarter of 2023, due to the continued challenges in the cost of real estate and the decreased performance of various Soho Works locations in the USA and UK, Soho House and Co Inc determined that a triggering event had occurred in Q4 2023. The Company performed an impairment analysis on five Soho Work sites primarily in the United States. As a result of the fourth quarter of 2023 analysis, a $ 40.0 million non-cash impairment charge was recorded for these Soho Works sites. The high property costs associated with these locations being the primary factor of the asset impairment. The non-cash impairment charge is included in impairments of assets in the consolidated statement of operations for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013. The primary assumptions, which requires significant level of judgement, that affects the undiscounted cash flows determination is management's estimate of future revenues, operating margins, economic conditions and changes in the operating environment. The forecasts used in the impairment assessments was developed by management based on projected revenues derived largely from forecasted member attendance. Management also makes estimates on the expected costs and the expected operating lease costs. Changes in these assumptions could have a significant impact on the recoverability of the assets and may result in additional impairment charges. The combined carrying value of the Soho Works locations was $ 112 million at December 31, 2023. Changes in the membership, operating margins and economic growth and the contracted operating rental costs beyond what has already been assumed in the assessments could cause management to revise the forecast and assumptions. Unfavorable revisions to these assumptions or estimates could possibly result in further impairment of some or all of the assets. No impairment losses were recorded for the fiscal year ended January 1, 2023 and January 2, 2022. |
| Business Combinations | Business Combinations The Company accounts for its business combinations using the acquisition method of accounting. The consideration transferred in a business combination is measured as the aggregate of the acquisition date fair values of the assets transferred by the Company to the sellers and equity instruments issued. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition are expensed as incurred. Identifiable tangible and intangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed are measured separately at their fair values as of the acquisition date, irrespective of the extent of any noncontrolling interests. The excess of (i) the total consideration transferred, fair value of the noncontrolling interests and acquisition date fair value of any previously held equity interest in the acquiree over (ii) the fair value of the identifiable net assets of the acquiree is recorded as goodwill. If the consideration transferred is less than the fair value of the net assets of the acquiree, the difference is recognized directly in the consolidated statements of operations as a gain. During the measurement period, which can be up to one year from the acquisition date, the Company may record adjustments to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed. See Note 3, Acquisitions, for additional information. Transactions between entities under common control are excluded from the scope of the business combinations guidance. The Company accounts for transfers of assets, net assets or equity interests between entities under common control prospectively at the parent's carrying values. |
| Intangible Assets with Finite Useful Lives | Intangible Assets with Finite Useful Lives The Company has certain finite lived intangible assets that were initially recorded at their fair values. These intangible assets consist primarily of brand names, membership lists, hotel management agreements, internally developed software and trademarks. Intangible assets with finite useful lives, which have a weighted-average life of 15 years, are amortized using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives. All finite lived intangible assets are reviewed for impairment when circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts may not be recoverable; for example, when there are material adverse changes in projected revenues or expenses, significant underperformance relative to historical or projected operating results, or significant negative industry or economic trends. The Company evaluates recoverability of a finite lived intangible asset by comparing its carrying value to its estimated fair value, which is determined through the income approach, the market approach or another appropriate method based on the circumstances. If a finite lived intangible asset’s estimated current fair value is less than its respective carrying value, the excess of the carrying value over the estimated fair value is recognized as an impairment loss in the consolidated statements of operations. No impairment losses were recorded during the fiscal years ended December 31, 2023, January 1, 2023, and January 2, 2022. Costs incurred during the application development stage for internal-use software are capitalized. Capitalized website development costs and internal-use software costs are amortized using the straight-line amortization method over the estimated useful life of the software. |
| Goodwill | Goodwill In January 2012, affiliates of the Yucaipa Companies, LLC acquired 58.9 % of the outstanding equity interests of the entity which subsequently became Soho House Holdings Limited through a series of transactions. The acquisition was accounted for using the acquisition method of accounting, which resulted in a new basis for the assets acquired and liabilities assumed and the recognition of goodwill. In addition, the Company recognized goodwill as a result of the acquisition of a business in Mykonos, Greece during the fiscal year ended December 29, 2019, as well as the acquisition of a controlling interest in Soho House—Cipura (Miami), LLC ("Cipura") and the companies that together operate existing and future "The LINE" and "Saguaro" hotels in the United States during the fiscal year ended January 2, 2022. See Note 3, Acquisitions, for additional information. Goodwill is not amortized, but instead is tested for impairment annually. The Company assesses goodwill for potential impairment on the first day of the fourth fiscal quarter, or during the year if an event or other circumstances indicate that the Company may not be able to recover the carrying amount of the net assets of the reporting unit. A reporting unit is an operating segment or one level below the operating segment level, which is referred to as a component. The Company identifies its reporting units by assessing whether components (i) have discrete financial information available; (ii) engage in business activities; and (iii) have a segment manager who regularly reviews the component’s operating results. Net assets and goodwill of acquired businesses are allocated to the reporting unit(s) associated with the acquired business based on the anticipated organizational structure of the combined entities. If two or more components are deemed economically similar, those components are aggregated into one reporting unit when performing the annual goodwill impairment review. As of December 31, 2023 and January 1, 2023, the Company had seven reporting units with a goodwill balance. In evaluating goodwill for impairment, the Company may first assess qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not (that is, a likelihood of more than 50%) that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount. Qualitative factors that the Company considers include, for example, macroeconomic and industry conditions, overall financial performance, and other relevant entity-specific events. If the Company bypasses the qualitative assessment or concludes that it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying value, then a quantitative goodwill impairment test is performed to identify potential goodwill impairment and measure the amount of goodwill impairment that will be recognized, if any. When performing the quantitative goodwill impairment test, the Company compares the estimated fair value of each of its reporting units with their respective carrying values. If the estimated fair value of a reporting unit exceeds its carrying amount, goodwill is not considered impaired. If, however, the estimated fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, the excess of the carrying value of the reporting unit over its fair value is recognized as a goodwill impairment. When performing a quantitative goodwill impairment assessment, the estimated fair value of a reporting unit is calculated using the income approach and the market approach. For the income approach, the Company uses internally developed discounted cash flow models that include the following assumptions, among others: projections of revenues, expenses, and related cash flows based on assumed long-term growth rates and demand trends; expected net working capital and capital expenditure requirements; and estimated discount rates. For the market approach, the Company relies upon valuation multiples derived from stock prices and enterprise values of publicly-traded companies that are comparable to the reporting units being evaluated. While the Company tests its goodwill for impairment at least annually, it will test its goodwill for impairment if an event occurs or circumstances change which are considered to be a triggering event that would more likely than not reduce a reporting unit’s fair value below its carrying amount. In Fiscal 2023, the Company performed a qualitative goodwill assessment and concluded it was more likely than not that the fair value of the Company’s reporting units which carry goodwill exceeds their respective carrying amounts. In Fiscal 2022, the Company performed a quantitative impairment assessment for seven reporting units; based on these assessments, the Company determined that no goodwill impairment existed. |
| Leases | Leases The Company has entered into lease agreements for its Houses, hotels, restaurants, spas and other properties. The Company accounts for its leases under ASU 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842). The Company determines the initial classification and measurement of its right-of-use assets and lease liabilities at the lease commencement date and thereafter if the leases are modified. The lease term includes any renewal options and termination options that the Company is reasonably assured to exercise. The present value of lease payments is determined by using the interest rate implicit in the lease, if that rate is readily determinable; otherwise, the Company uses its incremental borrowing rate. The incremental borrowing rate is determined by using a portfolio approach based on the rate of interest that the Company would pay to borrow on a collateralized basis an amount equal to the lease payments for a similar term and in a similar economic environment. Rent expense for operating leases is recognized on a straight-line basis over the reasonably assured lease term based on the total lease payments and is included in other in-house operating expenses and other operating expenses in the consolidated statements of operations. The Company recognizes the amortization of the right-of-use asset for its finance leases on a straight-line basis over the reasonably assured lease term in depreciation and amortization in the consolidated statements of operations. The interest expense related to finance leases is recognized using the effective interest method and is included within interest expense, net. For all leases, rent payments that are based on a fixed index or rate at the lease commencement date are included in the measurement of right-of-use assets and lease liabilities at the lease commencement date. Rent payments that vary based on the outcome of future indices, rates, or the Company’s revenues are expensed in the period incurred. The Company has previously elected the practical expedient to not separate lease and non-lease components. The Company’s non-lease components are primarily related to property maintenance, which varies based on future outcomes, and thus is recognized in rent expense when incurred. In addition, the Company elected to exclude short-term leases, or leases with a term of 12 months or less that do not contain a purchase option that the Company is reasonably certain to exercise, from the right-of-use asset and lease liability balances. Sale Leaseback Transactions The Company accounts for a transaction as a sale of an asset and a leaseback of that asset only if the buyer-lessor obtains control of the asset in accordance with the provisions of ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606). In these circumstances, the Company (as the seller-lessee) derecognizes the carrying amount of the asset, recognizes the transaction price for the sale, and accounts for the lease in accordance with Topic 842. When a sale and leaseback transaction does not qualify for sale accounting, the Company does not derecognize the underlying asset and accounts for the transaction as a financing obligation. |
| Debt Issuance Costs | Debt Issuance Costs Debt issuance costs relate to the Company’s debt instruments. These costs are reflected as a deduction from the carrying amount of the related debt instrument, with the exception of the Company’s Revolving Credit Facility, for which debt issuance costs are reflected as a current asset following repayment in full of the amount drawn under the facility during the fiscal year ended January 2, 2022. Debt issuance costs are deferred and amortized over the term of the related debt instrument using the effective interest method. As of December 31, 2023 and January 1, 2023, these costs totaled $ 11 million (including $ 1 million presented within prepaid expenses and other current assets) and $ 10 million (including $ 1 million presented within prepaid expenses and other current assets), respectively. Amortization expense associated with debt issuance costs (excluding write-offs recognized upon extinguishment of debt), which is included within interest expense, net, totaled $ 3 million, $ 4 million, and $ 5 million for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2023, January 1, 2023 and January 2, 2022 , respectively. |
| Fair Value Measurements | Fair Value Measurements The Company has various financial instruments measured at fair value on a periodic basis for disclosure purposes. See Note 13, Fair Value Measurements, for further information. The Company also applies the fair value measurement framework to various nonrecurring measurements for its financial and nonfinancial assets and liabilities. Fair value is defined as the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date (an exit price). The Company uses the three-level valuation hierarchy for classification of fair value measurements. The valuation hierarchy is based upon the transparency of inputs to the valuation of an asset or liability as of the measurement date. Inputs refer broadly to the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability and may be considered observable or unobservable. Observable inputs are inputs that reflect the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability developed based on market data obtained from independent sources. Unobservable inputs are inputs that reflect the Company’s assumptions about the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability developed based on the best information available in the circumstances. The three-tier hierarchy of inputs is summarized below. Level 1 Valuation is based upon quoted prices (unadjusted) for identical assets or liabilities in active markets. Level 2 Valuation is based upon quoted prices for similar assets and liabilities in active markets, quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in markets that are not active, or other inputs that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the instrument. Level 3 Valuation is based upon other unobservable inputs that are significant to the fair value measurement. The classification of assets and liabilities within the valuation hierarchy is based upon the lowest level of input that is significant to the fair value measurement in its entirety. Proper classification of fair value measurements within the valuation hierarchy is considered each reporting period. The use of different market assumptions or estimation methods may have a material effect on the estimated fair value amounts . |
| Revenue Recognition | Revenue Recognition A performance obligation is a promise in a contract to transfer a distinct good or service to the customer and is the unit of account for purposes of recognizing revenue. The majority of the Company’s contracts have a single performance obligation as the promise to transfer the individual goods or services is not separately identifiable from other promises in the contracts and, therefore, not distinct. There is no variable consideration or obligations for returns or refunds, and no other related obligations in the Company’s contracts. Payment terms and conditions vary by contract type and may include a requirement of payment typically up to 60 days (as described further below). In instances where the timing of revenue recognition differs from the timing of invoicing, the Company has determined its contracts do not include a significant financing component. The Company’s revenues are primarily derived from the following sources and are recognized when or as the Company satisfies a performance obligation by transferring a good or service to a customer. Membership Revenues Membership revenues are comprised of annual membership fees and one-time initial registration fees. Memberships are offered on an annual basis for access to Houses. Annual membership fees are paid annually, quarterly or monthly and are deferred and recognized over the term to which the payment relates. Revenue is measured based on the amount invoiced for the member’s annual membership fee. The current portion of deferred revenue relates primarily to annual membership fees. There is no non-current deferred revenue relating to annual membership fees. One-time registration fees are non-refundable and are invoiced to the member on their acceptance of membership. Such registration fees are recognized as non-current deferred revenue upon payment, and are recognized as revenue over the estimated average membership life of 20 years . Registration fees of $ 2 million, $ 2 million, and $ 2 million were recognized as revenue in the fiscal years ended December 31, 2023, January 1, 2023, and January 2, 2022 respectively. As of December 31, 2023 and January 1, 2023, current deferred revenue related to one-time registration fees totaled $ 2 million and $ 2 million, respectively, and non-current deferred revenue related to such fees totaled $ 26 million and $ 27 million, respectively. House Introduction Credits New members admitted on or after April 4, 2022 are required, in the majority of regions we operate, to purchase House Introduction Credits ("House Introduction Credits") as part of their membership, instead of one-time registration fees. House Introduction Credits are credits of an equivalent value to cash within Houses and are redeemable against purchases of food and beverage items and bedroom stays at the Houses. House Introduction Credits expire after three months from the date of issuance, where legally permitted in the regions we operate, if not utilized or if the Company terminates a member's House membership. House Introduction Credits are recognized upon issuance as deferred revenue on our consolidated balance sheets. Revenue from House Introduction Credits are recognized as In-House revenues when redeemed by members, and as breakage revenue within Membership revenues upon expiration, which is generally a period of three months, or earlier in the period when we are able to reliably estimate expected breakage to the extent that they are unredeemed and further redemption is deemed remote. In-House Revenues In-House revenues represent all revenues generated within our Houses and primarily include revenues from food and beverage, accommodation, and spa products and treatments. Revenue from food and beverage sales in the Company’s Houses is measured based on the amount invoiced for food and beverage purchased by the customer. Revenues are recognized when the goods are consumed. Payment is collected from the customer at the same time as the performance obligation is satisfied and, therefore, there are no material receivables, contract assets or contract liabilities related to food and beverage sales. Hotel accommodation revenue is recognized when the rooms are occupied. Revenue is measured based on the amount invoiced for the room as specified in the contract when the room booking is made. Deposits received in advance of the hotel accommodation are deferred as contract liabilities and recognized as revenue when the customer occupies the room. As of December 31, 2023 and January 1, 2023, advance deposits of $ 13 million and $ 12 million, respectively, were recorded as accrued liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets. Retail sales represent sales of goods and services, including from spas and cinema properties. Revenue from these transactions is recognized at the point in time when the goods and services have been delivered or rendered. Sales made online include shipping revenue and are recognized on dispatch to the customer. Payment terms with respect to retail sales and wholesale sales range from immediate payment at point of sale up to approximately 60 days. Amounts invoiced to customers for completed sales are recorded within accounts receivable on the consolidated balance sheets. Other Revenues Other revenues include all revenues that are not generated within our Houses. This includes revenues from Scorpios, Soho Works and our stand-alone restaurants, procurement fees from Soho House Design ("SHD"), Soho Home and Cowshed retail products and other revenues from products and services that we provide outside of our Houses, as well as management fees from The Ned and The LINE and Saguaro hotels. For further information regarding the Company’s management agreement with The Ned, refer to Note 4, Consolidated Variable Interest Entities. Revenue recognized from Soho House Design totaled $ 6 million, $ 22 million, and $ 13 million for the fiscal years ended December 31, 2023, January 1, 2023, and January 2, 2022, respectively. Some of SHD’s design services are provided as part of the Company’s in-house development activities, including to certain related parties as described in Note 22, Related Parties. The percentage of Soho House Design revenues relating to design contracts from unaffiliated third parties was 28 % and 43 % during the fiscal years ended December 31, 2023 and January 1, 2023, respectively. Soho House Design’s revenues relating to build-out and design contracts from unaffiliated third parties were immaterial during the fiscal year ended January 3, 2021. Design contracts consist of a single performance obligation which is satisfied over time as the design and build work is completed and verified by third party contractors against specified contract milestones (output method of progress). The Company invoices for the work completed in accordance with the payment terms of the customer’s contract. Sponsorship income, also referred to as partnership income, is recognized upon the successful completion of the related event. Food and beverage sales from restaurants not located in one of the Company’s Houses or hotels are recognized in a manner similar to In-House food and beverage sales, as previously described. Practical Expedients The Company applies the practical expedient not to disclose the amount of the transaction price allocated to the remaining performance obligations and an explanation of when the Company expects to recognize that amount as revenue. In addition, the Company applies the practical expedient and does not disclose information about remaining performance obligations for contracts that have original expected durations of one year or less. |
| In-House Operating Expenses and Other Operating Expenses | In-House Operating Expenses and Other Operating Expenses In-House operating expenses represent the cost of sales of our In-House revenues and consist primarily of the cost of food and beverage products, employee-related costs for In-House staff members, rent expense, and utility costs. Other operating expenses represent the cost of sales of our Other revenues and consist primarily of the cost of retail products, food and beverage product costs associated with non-House restaurant operations, and employee-related costs for non-House staff members. |
| Government Grants | Government Grants Government grants are recognized when there is reasonable assurance that cash will be received and that conditions attached to the grant have been met. Where the grant relates to reimbursement of specific costs that have been incurred, the grant is presented as a reduction of that specific expense. During the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, government grants totaled $ 5 million and were presented as a reduction of payroll expenses within In-House operating expenses ($ 4 million) and other operating expenses ($ 1 million) on the consolidated statements of operations. In addition, during the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023 government grants of $ 2 million were included within In-House revenues. Government grants totaled $ 5 million during the fiscal year ended January 1, 2023 and are presented as a reduction of payroll expenses within In-House operating expenses ($ 5 million) and other operating expenses (less than $ 1 million) on the consolidated statements of operations. During the fiscal year ended January 2, 2022, government grants totaled $ 21 million and were presented as a reduction of payroll expenses within In-House operating expenses ($ 17 million), other operating expenses ($ 3 million) and general and administrative expense ($ 1 million) on the consolidated statements of operations. |
| Interest Expense | Interest Expense Interest expense is charged to the consolidated statements of operations over the term of the debt such that the amount charged is at a constant rate on the carrying amount (i.e. using the effective interest method). Interest expense includes the amortization of debt issuance costs, which are initially recognized as a reduction in the proceeds of the associated debt instrument, and interest expense on finance leases. |
| Business Interruption and Other Insurance Claims | Business Interruption and Other Insurance Claims The Company maintains insurance policies to cover business interruption and property damage with terms that it believes to be adequate and appropriate. When the Company receives proceeds from the insurance claim in connection with property damage, which reimburses the replacement cost for repair or replacement of damaged assets, the proceeds are recognized as a reduction against the value of the assets written off. Business interruption proceeds which reimburse the time-element of actual costs and lost profits following damage to property are recognized as non-operating income. Business interruption proceeds related to the cost to expedite repairs, retention pay to workers temporarily displaced, and additional expenses to stay in business following damage to property are recognized as a reduction of the related expense line item. If there are any outstanding receivables in respect of insurance recoveries, they are recognized only when the Company deems collection to be virtually certain. |
| Income Taxes | Income Taxes Significant judgment is involved in determining the provision for income taxes. There are certain transactions for which the ultimate tax determination is unclear due to uncertainty in the ordinary course of business. The Company recognizes tax liabilities based on its assessment of whether its tax return positions are supportable, and more likely than not to be sustained, based on the technical merits and assuming the position will be examined by the relevant taxing authority that has full knowledge of all relevant information. Where the Company has determined that its tax return filing position does not satisfy the more likely than not recognition threshold, the Company will record an uncertain tax position. Each period the Company assesses uncertain tax positions for recognition, measurement and effective settlement. The Company recognizes accrued interest and penalties for any unrecognized tax benefits as a component of income tax (benefit) expense. Income tax (benefit) expense consists of taxes currently payable and changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities calculated according to local tax rules. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are based on temporary differences that arise between carrying values of assets and liabilities used for financial reporting purposes and amounts used for taxation purposes and the future tax benefits of tax loss carry forwards. A deferred tax asset is recognized only to the extent that it is more likely than not that future taxable profits will be available against which the asset can be utilized. Significant judgment is required in determining any valuation allowance recorded against deferred tax assets. In assessing the need for a valuation allowance, management considers all available evidence for each jurisdiction, including past operating results, estimates of future taxable income and the feasibility of ongoing tax planning strategies. In the event that the Company changes its determination as to the amount of deferred tax assets that can be realized, the Company will adjust its valuation allowance with a corresponding impact to income tax (benefit) expense in the period in which such determination is made. The amount of deferred tax recognized in any period is based on tax rates enacted as of the balance sheet date. The impact of tax law changes is recognized in periods when the change is enacted. The Company classifies all deferred tax assets and liabilities, including any related valuation allowance, as non-current on the consolidated balance sheets. |
| Indirect Taxes | Indirect Taxes The Company remits sales, value added and other indirect taxes to various taxing jurisdictions as a result of revenue earned from the sale of products and services to customers. Specific sales tax rates applicable to the Company’s products and services vary by taxing jurisdiction. The Company records sales, value added and other indirect taxes as liabilities when incurred. Revenue is recognized net of sales, value added and other indirect taxes. |
| Foreign Currency and Operations | Foreign Currency and Operations The functional currency is the currency of the primary economic environment in which an entity’s operations are conducted. The functional currency of the Company’s subsidiaries is generally the same as their local currency. The Company translates the financial statements of its subsidiaries into the presentation currency using exchange rates in effect on the balance sheet date for assets and liabilities and average exchange rates for the period for statement of operations accounts, with the difference recognized in accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income. The following exchange rates were used to translate the financial statements of the Company and its foreign subsidiaries into USD:
As of
December 31, 2023 January 1, 2023
Great Britain pound sterling $ 1.27 $ 1.21
Canadian dollar 0.76 0.74
Euro 1.10 1.07
Hong Kong dollar 0.13 0.13
Israeli new shekel 0.28 0.28
Danish krone 0.15 0.14
Swedish krona 0.10 0.10
Mexican peso 0.06 0.05
Qatari riyal 0.27 0.27
Thai baht 0.03 N/A
Brazilian real 0.21 N/A
For the Fiscal Year Ended
December 31, 2023 January 1, 2023 January 2, 2022
Great Britain pound sterling $ 1.24 $ 1.23 $ 1.38
Canadian dollar 0.74 0.77 0.80
Euro 1.08 1.05 1.18
Hong Kong dollar 0.13 0.13 0.13
Israeli new shekel 0.27 0.30 0.31
Danish krone 0.15 0.14 N/A
Swedish krona 0.09 0.10 N/A
Mexican peso 0.06 0.05 N/A
Qatari riyal 0.27 0.28 N/A
Thai baht 0.03 N/A N/A
Brazilian real 0.20 N/A N/A Foreign currency transaction gains and losses are included in other in the consolidated statements of operations. The Company recorded foreign currency transaction net gain of $ 36 million, net losses of $ 70 million, and net losses of $ 26 million during the fiscal years ended December 31, 2023, January 1, 2023, and January 2, 2022 , respectively. |
| Pre-Opening Expenses | Pre-Opening Expenses Pre-opening expenses include costs associated with the acquisition, opening, conversion and initial setup of new and converted sites, including rent, overhead expenses, pre-opening marketing and incremental wages to support the “ramp up” period of time to support the site in the initial period following opening. Expenses may also be included for unopened or partially opened sites, which, from time to time, may be over an extended time period if there are delays in site opening or the original requirements and planned usage of the site changes. These costs are expensed as incurred and are included in pre-opening expenses in the consolidated statements of operations. The entire balance of these costs is related to pre-opening and related activities for our sites in each of the periods presented. |
| Share-Based Compensation | Share-Based Compensation Share-based compensation is measured at the estimated fair value of the award on the grant date and recognized as an expense on a straight-line basis over the vesting period of the award. The Company does not reduce share-based compensation for an estimate of forfeitures and will account for forfeitures when they occur. In order to determine the grant date fair value of awards granted prior to IPO, the Company applied the Black-Scholes option-pricing valuation model. The determination of fair value of these awards is subjective and involves estimates and assumptions including expected term of the awards, volatility of the Company’s shares, expected dividend yield, and the risk-free rate. The Company uses the closing stock price on the date of grant to determine the grant date fair value for restricted stock units ("RSUs"). Share-based compensation expense is recorded within general and administrative expense in the consolidated statements of operations. See Note 14, Share-Based Compensation, for additional information. Limited reorganization of support and operations functions 4 million. The majority of this obligation had been settled as of January 1, 2023, with less than $ 1 million being settled during fiscal year ended December 31, 2023. |
| Net Loss per Share | Net Loss per Share The Company computes net loss per share using the two-class method. As the liquidation and dividend rights are identical, the undistributed earnings or losses are allocated on a proportionate basis to each class of common stock, and the resulting basic and diluted loss per share attributable to common stockholders are therefore the same for Class A common stock and Class B common stock. Basic loss per share is computed by dividing loss available to common stockholders by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding for the period. Diluted loss per share is based on the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding for the period and respective share equivalents outstanding at the end of the period, unless the effect is anti-dilutive. An anti-dilutive impact is a reduction in net loss per share resulting from the conversion, exercise, or contingent issuance of certain securities. Since the Company had net losses for all the periods presented, basic and diluted loss per share are the same, and additional potential common shares have been excluded as their effect would be anti-dilutive. |
| SHHL Redeemable Preferred Shares and SHHL Redeemable C Ordinary Shares | SHHL Redeemable Preferred Shares and SHHL Redeemable C Ordinary Shares Preferred shares subject to mandatory redemption as of a specified date are classified as debt and are initially measured at fair value. Contingently redeemable shares (including shares that feature redemption rights that are either within the control of the holder or subject to redemption upon the occurrence of uncertain events not solely within the Company's control) are classified as temporary equity and initially measured at fair value. When redemption is deemed to be probable, if the carrying amount of the redeemable shares is less than the redemption value, the carrying value of the shares is increased by periodic accretions so that the carrying value is equal to the redemption amount at the earliest redemption date. Such accretion is recorded as a dividend in the consolidated statements of changes in shareholders' equity (deficit). As of January 3, 2021, SHHL had redeemable preferred shares and redeemable C ordinary shares outstanding, which are collectively referred to as "redeemable shares." In addition, in March 2021, the Company issued senior convertible preference shares, which were subsequently converted into Class A common stock immediately after the IPO. During the second fiscal quarter of 2021, the Company concluded that certain SHHL redeemable preferred shares were probable of becoming redeemable and, therefore, the shares were accreted to their redemption value. See Note 15, SHHL Redeemable Preferred Shares and Note 16, SHHL C Ordinary Shares, for additional information. |
| Commitments and Contingencies | Commitments and Contingencies The Company is subject to loss contingencies that arise out of operations in the normal course of business. Periodically, the Company reviews the status of each significant matter and assesses the potential financial exposure. If the potential loss from any claim or legal proceeding is considered probable, and the amount can be reliably estimated, such amount is recognized in other liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets. Contingent liabilities are measured at the Company’s best estimate of the expenditure required to settle the obligation as of the end of the reporting period. If there is no best estimate, an amount is recorded for the lowest amount of the range of potential outcomes. Refer to Note 18, Commitments and Contingencies, for more information. |
| Future Accounting Standards | Future Accounting Standards In June 2020, the FASB issued ASU 2020-06, Accounting for Convertible Instruments and Contracts in an Entity’s Own Equity which simplifies the accounting for certain financial instruments with characteristics of liabilities and equity. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of this ASU on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures. In October 2021, the FASB issued ASU 2021-08, Business Combinations (Topic 805): Accounting for Contract Assets and Contract Liabilities from Contracts with Customers. The ASU requires entities to recognize and measure contract assets and contract liabilities acquired in a business combination in accordance with ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers . The update is effective for the Company for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2023 or the interim period in which the Company loses emerging growth company status, and should be adopted using a prospective approach to business combinations occurring on or after the effective date of the amendments. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of this ASU on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures. In May 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-05, Business Combinations—Joint Venture Formations (Subtopic 805-60), which requires a joint venture to initially measure all contributions received upon its formation at fair value. This accounting will largely be consistent with ASC 805, Business Combinations, although there are some specific exceptions. The new guidance should be applied prospectively and is effective for all newly-formed joint venture entities with a formation date on or after January 1, 2025, with early adoption permitted. Joint ventures formed prior to the adoption date may elect to apply the new guidance retrospectively back to their original formation date. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of this ASU on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures |
