In 1988, inspiring extensive international press coverage, he founded Kostabi World, his large New York studio known for openly employing numerous painting assistants and idea people. In 1996 he began dividing his time between New York and Rome and consequently his work's already strong presence in the Italian art scene became much more prominent.
In 1988, Kostabi World, a prominent New York studio under his direction, received significant media attention through the use of numerous painting assistants and creative individuals. In 1996, he began alternating between New York and Rome, thereby boosting the visibility of his work in Italy's art community.