The Cutting Edge Landscape & Design is owned and operated by Matt Preuss. Originally from Lafayette, Indiana, Matt moved out to California to pursue his career in Landscape Design and Build. He graduated with a B.A. in Landscape Architecture from Ball State University in 2002 and started his company just a year later. He currently lives in Southern California with his wife, Ryan-Marie, who also works for the business, and their son, Kohler.When it comes to landscaping your home, you have many choices. Let The Cutting Edge be your guide in the beach communities from the South Bay to North Orange County. We are a family-owned and professionally operated business with traditions and values rooted in the community. We pride our team on exceptional service, with precise attention to detail and customer relationships. Once you place your trust in our talented team of designers and builders, you can guarantee we will be there every step of the way.
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- Los Alamitos, Orange County, Marina Del Ray, Culver City, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes Estates, Culver City, Long Beach
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Everyone thinks about landscaping. When people first move into a new home, the first thing that they often think of is Landscaping. If someone feels like they want to upgrade their home in a small way, the first thing that they usually consider is some backyard landscaping. Landscaping is great and all, but its not all there is to yard design. In fact, hardscaping can often be an even bigger piece of the outdoor design puzzle. Hardscape design often adds a sophisticated flair to a backyard full of greenery or can add a nice contrasting balance to give your front or back yard some levels and dimensions. Pool Landscaping
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Building a swimming pool on one’s property is a big investment that comes with obvious benefits. Not only can it be used for recreation, but it adds vastly to one’s property value. (That is, if you choose to sell your house, you will fetch a much higher price with a swimming pool. Of course, if you have properly landscaped pool, parting ways with it might be easier said than done.) Whereas traditional vacations can become costly and are subject to a family’s schedule (which is, needless to say, often conflicting) , swimming pools can provide a private oasis retreat that is exceedingly convenient to get away to. Of course, aside from the entertainment value of them, there is also the added benefit that swimming provides. Since most people usually only install a swimming pool once on their property, it is a big decision that must be done with foresight and care. The pool will instantly become a vital part of the whole backyard where the landscape offers the perfect setting. Pool design should then be done with the big picture of site function and circulation in mind so it is placed in the optimal location.
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Reviews (14)
Bill Dusha
Nov 01, 2021
Deborah Patrick
Feb 06, 2020
Matt and his team are awesome! I was the successful bidder in a silent auction (fundraiser) for discounted design services from Cutting Edge Landscape Design. My landscaping had become overgrown and tired so I provided my vision to Matt and he made it happen. They removed the old plants and shrubs and put in all of the new trees, shrubs, and plants in 3 days! The final result is exactly what I was looking for to breathe new life into my outdoor space.
Jacquelyn Luca
Dec 26, 2019
Thanks to Matt and Cutting Edge, our backyard that we never used is now the focal point of our home! We gave Matt a 'wish list' of features we wanted and he turned them into a beautiful reality. We spend a good deal of each day in the swim spa, grill area, or sitting area, and we and our grown children have enjoyed hosting several gatherings of friends and family. Matt truly turned a plain back yard into a home resort!
Matthew Jimenez
Aug 05, 2019
If you want an honest and true review, please read this. I own a small business building EV Charging Stations nationwide, and I wanted to make sure that I took the time to share with everyone who reads these reviews what a pleasure it was to work with "The Cutting Edge Landscape Design". I hired them to install all of the landscaping around my new EV site in Boise.
They also had to saw cut the asphalt, install the irrigation lines, put a temp patch down for the saw cut as it was still winter, then they came back when it warmed up and replaced it with permanent asphalt - without being asked to do so!, seal coated the new EV parking spaces, and re-striped the parking spaces too. Oh, and Hailey had suggested some alternate plants that would last longer and ultimately be a better choice in the long run, both for maintenance and aesthetics.
They are one of the best contractors, if not the best, I have had the pleasure of working with and can only hope that I have the pleasure to do so again. There are no exceptions, from the gentleman that came out to the site before they started, the crew that came out to do the work, and last but certainly not least, Hailey B. who was involved from beginning to end with nonstop communication, pictures emailed to me of the work they completed so I could submit my reports to my customer in order to get paid, etc.
In short, Cutting Edge is second to none. Any business who models their customer service and quality of work after them will undoubtedly be successful in whatever it is that they do. What a treat. What a pleasure. Well done! I don't post very many reviews unless I'm really moved to do so, that being said, I would be remiss to not take the time to share my sentiments. We all to often hear about what we did wrong. So again, I say: Thank you Cutting Edge! Sincerely, Matt J.
They also had to saw cut the asphalt, install the irrigation lines, put a temp patch down for the saw cut as it was still winter, then they came back when it warmed up and replaced it with permanent asphalt - without being asked to do so!, seal coated the new EV parking spaces, and re-striped the parking spaces too. Oh, and Hailey had suggested some alternate plants that would last longer and ultimately be a better choice in the long run, both for maintenance and aesthetics.
They are one of the best contractors, if not the best, I have had the pleasure of working with and can only hope that I have the pleasure to do so again. There are no exceptions, from the gentleman that came out to the site before they started, the crew that came out to do the work, and last but certainly not least, Hailey B. who was involved from beginning to end with nonstop communication, pictures emailed to me of the work they completed so I could submit my reports to my customer in order to get paid, etc.
In short, Cutting Edge is second to none. Any business who models their customer service and quality of work after them will undoubtedly be successful in whatever it is that they do. What a treat. What a pleasure. Well done! I don't post very many reviews unless I'm really moved to do so, that being said, I would be remiss to not take the time to share my sentiments. We all to often hear about what we did wrong. So again, I say: Thank you Cutting Edge! Sincerely, Matt J.
Abby Lanes
Jul 21, 2019
We hired "The Cutting Edge Landscape Design" to renovate an old cement patio area and build a new deck in its place. From the CAD plan to the build, to the finished product we were so pleased. They literally came in on budget and met the exact deadline promised. All of the crews that work with Cutting Edge are professional, hardworking and happy. They finished the job with freshened landscaping and realigned sprinklers. We enjoy our backyard so much now. I highly recommend The Cutting Edge Landscape Design.
Russ Somma
Jul 08, 2017
Virginia Jones
May 26, 2017
Lisa S.
Jun 04, 2016
Matt and team are top notch. We live on a two on a lot in Redondo Beach and we wanted our backyard to be transformed to a safe place where we could relax, play and eat. I had been admiring Matt's work at a friend's house and finally made the call! So happy we did it. Matt created a 3-D drawing with our desires and his recommendations. We then were given a list of prices and were able to customize what fit our budget. Matt really can do it all.
He acts as a general contractor and is able to get the proper team to install everything from cement to sprinklers to gas lines and landscaping. We have a gorgeous landscaped backyard and stone work on a fire pit and a gas line to a barbecue. We are thrilled with the work Matt did. Lastly, Matt has a hard working, trustworthy and skilled team who we appreciate very much.
He acts as a general contractor and is able to get the proper team to install everything from cement to sprinklers to gas lines and landscaping. We have a gorgeous landscaped backyard and stone work on a fire pit and a gas line to a barbecue. We are thrilled with the work Matt did. Lastly, Matt has a hard working, trustworthy and skilled team who we appreciate very much.
Jonathan Goldhill
Apr 18, 2016
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Dec 19, 2015
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