I like this. I think people frequently underestimate the disadvantages of having team members work from home. Sure, basic tasks can be done remotely ("set up this database xy, perform maintenance work here etc") but all other tasks require collaboration. Having everyone in IRC will help, but it is not the same. People will not talk to each other the same. This is where video, instead of Skype calls or similar, might really help.
Edit: By all means put up screenshots so one can see what this app looks like.
If your tasks are basic, they are numerous, and that means a lot of communication, and that means you better be in the office. Besides, this basic crap is boring when done in solitude.
On the contrary, difficult problems (difficult not in integration, but in algorithm) require total concentration and absense of distractions. Therefore you better not be in the office, and (more heresy) be totally disconnected.
Turning off the interenet is a good thing sometimes.
Edit: By all means put up screenshots so one can see what this app looks like.