Early on in pre production it was clear the Interior Red Keep set was going to be a big build. Working closely with Production Designer Jim Clay I began concepting the set with the core piece being the Grand Staircase/Entrance Hall.
Main concept of the Grand Staircase
Top of the stairs looking towards spiral stairs going up one of the main towers - as seen in the finale of Game of Thrones. A link that Miguel and Ryan wanted
A key scene in the show where Rhaenyra endures a long walk through the castle, the Staircase being a main feature