chose a 1x2 natural stone to redo the area around the pool. this includes the sittinc and dining area.

i don't know which way to lay the stone.
1. subway. it will never be out of style and a clean modern look

2. right angle herringbone. no additional cost. maybe more interesting?

3. classic harringbone. hubby ruled out as its an additional cost :( i really wanted this.

4. subway but add a few rows of 1.5 x 2 stone ?

only have pic of option 1 and 2.

thoughts?