Hi there — I’ve run into similar issues while designing a bathroom layout in Sweet Home 3D, so I completely understand your frustration! When working on detailed spaces like bathrooms, the 3D and 2D views can sometimes feel restrictive.

What helped me was installing the Advanced Edit and Pan3DView plugins — they give you smoother control and let you zoom or pan more precisely around tight spaces like shower enclosures or vanity areas. Also, try extending the floor plan slightly by adding a temporary wall; it gives you more room to move the camera and view fittings more clearly.

If you’re modelling things like taps , tiles, or mirrors , adjusting the lighting angles in the 3D view can also make a big difference to realism. Happy to share a few setup tricks if you’re doing a full bathroom design!