Build-Outs Of Coffee: Kafe In Los Angeles, CA – Sprudge

Build-Outs Of Coffee: Kafe In Los Angeles, CA  Sprudge

Coffee, art, culture. Are these concepts synonymous? Are we really talking about three expressions of the same idea? At Kafe, a new coffee bar in Los Angeles, they’re taking on that very question, setting up the troika of coffee-art-culture as fundamental pillars of their company. This is an exciting new cafe brand poised for growth in the coming months, but for now let’s take a look at their very first cafe, on Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood, California. The 2026 Build-outs of Coffee is presented by DONA, Pacific Barista Series, and La Marzocco. For those who aren’t familiar, will you tell us about your company? KAFE is a specialty coffee concept built around three pillars: Coffee.

Art. Culture. We approach each location as its own creative chapter, combining a thoughtful coffee program with design, collaboration and community. Each chapter is numbered 001, 002, 003 and beyond, and created with a different creative partner. Every location has its own identity while remaining connected to the larger KAFE brand. Our goal is to create coffee shops that feel culturally relevant, considered and memorable. Can you tell us a bit about the new space? 001 is KAFE’s inaugural location in Los Angeles, created in collaboration with Broskin Studios. The space is anchored by a sculptural molded central bar, stainless steel elements, and a