Basem is a designer, researcher, and educator. He has completed his Doctoral degree at McGill University School of Architecture, where he developed a digital platform for mass customization of prefabricated housing systems. His research and design work focus on design processes, information technology, computational design methods and fabrication tools to rethink the housing realm. He has received multiple awards to implement his research findings within leading prefab housing companies in Montreal. He has also collaborated with housing authorities in Abu Dhabi to develop a new protocol for Emirati housing. Basem's research has been published in numerous conferences and journals, including ARCC, MCPC, and Open House International. In parallel, Basem has continuously collaborated with architectural practices in Egypt, Canada, and UAE. After spending over 15 years teaching at AAST Alexandria, McGill School of Architecture, and Abu Dhabi University, Basem currently serves as an Assistant professor at the College of Arts and Creative Enterprises (CACE)/ Zayed University, teaching design studios, Furniture design, and digital modeling and representation courses.