The guesthouse/poolhouse on the property, however, was somewhat less winning. “The catalyst for the whole project was an upgrade to the laundry room,” Jeff notes wryly. Working within the shell of the existing structure, Bestor raised the ceilings, upgraded the building systems, and completely recast the character of the pavilion by reinterpreting its architectural details in a language more consistent with the main home. “We tried to give it an atmosphere that ties the structure into the larger aesthetic of the property. “Jeff and Emilie have very playful personalities, and then there are the kids.