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Investigating Women’s Preferences for Urban Green Spaces by Using the Fuzzy-Set Quantitative Comparative Analysis Method: The Case of Chengdu, China

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  • Menghan Li

    (Department of Architecture, College of Architecture and Environment, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China
    Institute of Urbanization Strategy and Architecture Research, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China)

  • Jun Luo

    (Department of Architecture, College of Architecture and Environment, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China
    Institute of Urbanization Strategy and Architecture Research, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610065, China)

Abstract

Urban green spaces (UGSs) for women align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and contribute positively to women’s well-being. However, research on women’s preferences for green spaces is lacking. This study uses fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis to explore the causal complexity of multiple built environment characteristics that drive women’s preferences for UGS at different times. Results show that no single characteristic of the built environment is necessary and sufficient to determine women’s preferred UGS. Six configurational paths are identified as driving female preferences, among which time, security, and public service facilities have the strongest impact. This study aims to offer novel research perspectives and methodological support for the development of inclusive and sustainable UGS.

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  • Menghan Li & Jun Luo, 2025. "Investigating Women’s Preferences for Urban Green Spaces by Using the Fuzzy-Set Quantitative Comparative Analysis Method: The Case of Chengdu, China," Land, MDPI, vol. 14(4), pages 1-23, March.
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