Normally design concentrates on the practical theme of form, color, structure and pattern. But in behind, the design philosophy of metaphysics manipulates the design aspects. The idea of this article is to look for original elements from the thoughts of Chinese major doctrines, such as through Taoism, to explore the meanings of design, to realize virtual dominates reality, as well as to integrate human being with substance and environment. Further, people also search for humanize design by ”ren” of Confucianism, and to discover the ”grow” and ”corresponsive” design from the concept of ancient Chinese Five Elements. It indicates these profound Chinese theories conceal original elements of design.