You will need to consider the siding and roofing materials you would like to use to finish this space. And you might weigh the quality of exterior materials against their visibility. Also in the cost of the addition, be careful to factor in the permits needed and the work needed to prepare the foundation.
Envelope size - 4-3/8 x 5-3/4. Card paper size - 5-1/2 x 8-1/2 (half a letter sized sheet). Finished card size - 4-1/4 x 5-1/2. A4: Envelope size - 4-3/4 x 6-1/4. Card Paper Size 8 x 12-1/4. Card finished size - 4-1/2 x 6-1/8.
For convenience & simplicity, a card and envelope with the same A size are designed to be paired together. For example, A7 size cards and A7 size envelopes are the perfect fit: A7 card size: (5 1/8 x 7) A7 envelope size: (5 1/4 x 7)