I disagree. I don't think the coffee shop would suffer much during the first few years. I think the East End is in need of a new coffee shop, assuming it fits the neighborhood aesthetic. I love Bohemeo's but would love more options.
The Refuge people are doing a great job of updating houses. However, the prices are a bit much. $300K for 1200 square feet seems too steep for me. I actually know the guy who manages the place, Philip Carranzas. We went to HS together. Also, one of their agent's, Ana Salazar, went to the same HS. I'm assuming that's how they have partnered up to get this company going. Good for them!