Abstract:Horse-fastening pile, the sketch sculpture next to the gate of the rural resident′s house, is of the characteristics of utility, decoration and indication. Therefore, horse-fastening pile is the “rich or noble” symbol and is regarded as the gorgeous spiritual appearance of farmer household. Actually, horse-fastening pile consists of the horse fastening loop and the horse fastening body. The decorative patterns on the horse-fastening pile are strongly loaded with the local traditional culture. It is possible for modern designers to go into the treasure-house fully filled with decorative patterns of traditional Chinese architecture, comprehend thoroughly Chinese culture, and get the traditional architectural symbols involved in the modern design by means of probing into horse-fastening pile.