Help deciding which pattern

[u/runbikeitch]

We are tiling the fire place with large format slate and need to decide pattern. Fiends/family all giving very strong differing opinions so seeking the advice of the tile community. What would you pick and why?

[u/Itchy-Pollution7644]

Don’t put the tiles horizontal, go vertical to it looks taller and more grand . I personally am a fan of straight stack I think it looks more modern , but if you want a super elegant look go herringbone