I'm aware that Eagle is not quite the same as other CAD programs such as used in architecture. However, I'm wondering if there's a better way to make an "assembly" than what I've devised. In other systems assemblies are a precombined set of components which can be added to a drawing. In my case, I have some ICs I use (charge pumps in particular) where there's a set of standard components (resistors and capacitors) which use a consistent layout of the components.
I have created packages which include all the required components in an appropriate layout, and variants which allow me to control whether all the components reside on just one layer, or both top and bottom. However, since the package is fixed, when I place it on a board, I can't deal with the sub-component separately (expected behavior).
So, is there a better way to pre-design an IC and its supporting components? Or do I stick with what I've got?
I can live with there being no real alternative, but my solution is a bit klunky... 
Bob
