Many cohabiting millennials report dissatisfaction about declining
levels of sexual desire. Barriers such as desire discrepancy, lack
of communication, changing needs, and habituality interfere with
sexual desire and relationship satisfaction. This paper explores
whether technology has a role in supporting and increasing sexual
desire or developing an understanding of different individual needs
towards sexual desire within couples’ relationships and how it can
do so. To explore this, we conducted a survey (n=77) and interview study (n=12). Results show that participants wanted a shared,
dedicated, and protected space to playfully explore their individual desire with each other. They felt technology could facilitate
a better understanding of their evolving needs as a couple, motivate open sexual communication, bring spontaneity, and hands-on
exploration; however, technology should not inflict judgement or
obligations on desire levels; it should help to understand and situate
differing needs in a relationship meaningfully. We share our reflections on the role of technology and raise important considerations
in such technology design
