I think most guys in the business know it's faster, saves time, money etc etc...
So, back to the look and playability.
In regards to tees;
In the last photo of the par 3 at Shinnecock, that mowing pattern seems to be pretty burnt in. Hence a grain, up and back on each side. I've got to think if I'm playing that hole and not using a tee, or even teeing it low, I'm going to use the left side of that tee box every time?