My full review of the new facilities at T8 is now available here: The New AA / BA Premium Experience at JFK Terminal 8

In summary, the Soho lounge is a generally smartly designed space, which does feel premium for the most part. Having such a large and light-filled area dedicated mainly for oneworld Emerald members is an upgrade over the pokey First lounge in T7; the properly tended bar and showers are further plus points. However, the lounge is let down by the mediocre buffet and unexciting à la carte items, which together are a downgrade on T7’s Boutique Dining. I hope the service and facility teething issues get ironed out quickly.