Hi Ellie These are beautiful tile choices and I have used these in my projects too. The decision to stack or brick pattern is a personal preference. Perhaps the style you are trying to achieve in the rest of your home could be your guide. I agree with above comments that stacked is more modern, brick a bit more rustic especially with these tiles as they have a handmade look with a wavey edge. I would definitely do both the kitchen and the pantry the same pattern or it could look like it wasnt a considered decision. Best wishes.

Those bricks are gorgeous! I really like the contrast between them and Surfmist. Hope you will post pics when your project is completed.

What colou did you go with? ImI'm having the exact same problem

You should have what you prefer . The first , brick , pattern looks busier and the second looks plainer . Either looks fine to me , though as a personal choice I like a more streamlined look .