Bontrager by Chris King 24h front hub lacing

[ColonelJLloyd]

I have an unused 24h front that I will pair with a 24h Gran Compe F/F rear and BTLOS RC-50 gloss rims. Pillar 2.0/1.8/2.0 spokes. Brass double squares. I'm assuming these were originally all laced radially. Radial looks fine to me, but crossing is classic to my eye. Am I correct that this all comes down to aesthetics and ease of lacing (radial) or is there a compelling reason to choose radial over 2X? Should I consider 1X?