The new venue on the former Southwest Detroit Hospital site will anchor community revitalization and debut in the 2027 USL season.
United Soccer League Championship club Detroit City FC has chosen HOK to lead the design of its new 15,000-seat stadium in southwest Detroit. The stadium is expected to open in the 2027 USL season.
The city’s first soccer-specific stadium will rise on the abandoned site of the former Southwest Detroit Hospital. HOK’s design will create a welcoming community hub that bridges downtown Detroit between the historic Corktown and Southwest neighborhoods. Beyond match days, Detroit City FC’s owners envision the stadium supporting economic development in the neighborhoods and city.
“This partnership with HOK marks an exciting new chapter for our stadium project and DCFC,” said Sean Mann, CEO of DCFC. “This stadium represents more than a home for our club—it’s a testament to the passion and resilience of our supporters and the spirit of our city. As one of the first major projects led by a new generation of Detroiters, we take immense pride in creating a place where our community can gather and celebrate for years. We look forward to working with an industry leader like HOK to bring this vision to life.”
“We’re honored to collaborate with Detroit City FC on a project that will celebrate the club’s passionate supporters while energizing the city,” said Chris DeVolder, director of Sports + Recreation + Entertainment at HOK. “The stadium will be a vibrant example of urban placemaking. Our design will embrace the unique site and offer fans an exceptional, hospitality-driven game-day experience.”