Well, thanks for point me in the right direction. If the vents aren't smartly controlled, then they aren't going to be of use for what I was imagining.
However, the multi temp can be achieved cheaper than the last time I looked with these products: I
However, the multi temp can be achieved cheaper than the last time I looked with these products: I
http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-THX9321R5030-Prestige-2-0-Thermostat/dp/B008BZ5GXW
http://www.amazon.com/Honeywell-C7189R1004-Wireless-Indoor-Sensor/dp/B005Y0VTB0/