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title: "A Better Plan Inc — Building Designers and Drafters | Houzz"
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business_name: "A Better Plan Inc"
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address: "Melbourne, Florida 32901, United States"
phone: "(321) 255-6475"
website: http://abetterplaninc.com
rating: 5
review_count: 4
followers: 46
last_updated: 2026-08-25
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# A Better Plan Inc

Original Houzz profile: [A Better Plan Inc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/a-better-plan-inc-pfvwus-pf~1350684163)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Building Designers and Drafters
- **Location:** Melbourne, FL
- **Serves:** Palm Bay, Melbourne, West Melbourne, Satellite Beach, Indian Harbour Beach, South Patrick Shores, Grant-Valkaria, Melbourne Beach, Indialantic, Malabar, Palm Shores, Melbourne Village, Brevard County and beyond, Grant, Viera
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Star Houzzer
- 25 Ideabook Saves

We are a residential design and drafting company located in Melbourne, Florida.  We specialize in move-up homes and high end custom homes.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Architectural Drawings
- Construction Drawings
- Custom Homes
- Drafting
- Floor Plans
- House Plans

### Areas Served

- Palm Bay
- Melbourne
- West Melbourne
- Satellite Beach
- Indian Harbour Beach
- South Patrick Shores
- Grant-Valkaria
- Melbourne Beach
- Indialantic
- Malabar
- Palm Shores
- Melbourne Village
- Brevard County and beyond
- Grant
- Viera

### Typical Job Cost

$1,500 - 10,000

I price by the project so I need detailed information about what you want and need.

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | A Better Plan Inc |
| Address | Melbourne, Florida 32901, United States |
| Phone | (321) 255-6475 |
| Website | http://abetterplaninc.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 46 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/A-Better-Plan-Inc-153669286564/
- X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/Draftdoug
- LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/abetterplan
- Blog — http://www.abetterplaninc.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [A Better Plan Inc](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/a-better-plan-inc-pfvwus-pf~1350684163)
- **Website:** http://abetterplaninc.com
- **Phone:** (321) 255-6475

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Various local Parade of Homes Awards

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews**

### All 4 reviews

**★★★★★ — Roxann Hill, Nov. 2015**

> I have worked with Doug for 12 or more years on many projects. He is a residential designers whom is very knowledgeable on architectural concepts, he has the technical skills to translate his ideas to the trade he also has a detailed oriented approach & Keen eye for aesthetics.  The one thing that I feel differentiates him from many is he’s ability to listen to the client and design there dream home with guidance & vision

**★★★★★ — wannabthere, Nov. 2015**

> Looking to build my "last home", I asked Doug Hogan for help.  It was important to
> me that the house not dominate the land, have a clear view of the river from as many rooms as possible, feel open and airy yet sturdy and defiant in a hurricane-exposed Florida.  Doug was amazing!  He added all the personal unique touches yet kept the  floor plan functional.
> I'm in my home 10 years now...and couldn't love it more...If you do it right, you'll always love
> it...DOUG is the man who makes sure it's done right!....He gets my highest recommendation and my personal thanks ...
> You'll love working with him...
> BELINDA DICKINSON, M.D.

**★★★★★ — Brad Smith, Nov. 2015**

> HIre A Better Plan; You will not be disappointed!
>
> We have worked with Doug Hogan for over 15 years - on projects throughout Florida.

**★★★★★ — chevychasecolonial, Nov. 2015**

> Doug Hogan is fast, easy to work with and has an excellent understanding of space, code requirements and functionality of living spaces. As designers, we don't work with anyone else.

## Selected projects

- [Work Examples](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/work-examples-pj-vj~1415429)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 14
- [Shangri La](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/shangri-la-pj-vj~624825)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 18

[See all 2 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/a-better-plan-inc-pfvwus-pf~1350684163)

## Ideabooks

- [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/14833834/list/kitchens) — 16 ideas
- [Ceilings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16210223/list/ceilings) — 20 ideas
- [Skwarek](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/126847542/list/skwarek) — 22 ideas
- [modern elevations](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/125460376/list/modern-elevations) — 16 ideas
- [Cabanas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81366578/list/cabanas) — 9 ideas
- [British West Indies](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24141513/list/british-west-indies) — 16 ideas
- [Dormers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24255735/list/dormers) — 11 ideas
- [Traditional Homes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23090770/list/traditional-homes) — 16 ideas
- [Florida Cottages](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16210046/list/florida-cottages) — 4 ideas
- [Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19326895/list/fireplaces) — 12 ideas
- [porches](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15132682/list/porches) — 5 ideas

[See all 11 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/douglas-hogan)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-25.*