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Romantic relationships and the built environment: a case study of a U.S. college town

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  • Clio Andris
  • Seolha Lee

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Romantic relationships are a special type of relationship that affect happiness and wellbeing, but little is known about how romantic couples use the built environment to perpetuate their bond. We conducted a survey of 124 geolocated individuals in romantic relationships in State College, Pennsylvania, and used a mixed-method geographic information systems (GIS)/qualitative research framework to show how couples use the built environment. We illustrate their favorite places, the characteristics of these places, and how the town’s amenities and design helps their bond. Our results show that pedestrian and transportation infrastructure and a variety of proximal, affordable activities, (primarily restaurants and nature/outdoor spaces) are important for couples. We also find that on-campus attractions, not just those of the town, play an important role for romantic outings. We use these findings to encourage and recommend infrastructure for supporting romantic relationships in the future.

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  • Clio Andris & Seolha Lee, 2024. "Romantic relationships and the built environment: a case study of a U.S. college town," Journal of Urbanism: International Research on Placemaking and Urban Sustainability, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 17(1), pages 47-68, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:rjouxx:v:17:y:2024:i:1:p:47-68
    DOI: 10.1080/17549175.2021.2005117
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