One of the best parts of GN is modularity, non-destructiveness, and ease of breaking up repeating pattern. With a space station repeating pattern isn’t a problem. So, in this case it boils down to which method are you more comfortable with? Do you want to challenge yourself by using the method that is less comfortable? How much time do you have to work on this? I think if you have the time that using a combination is probably the better route.
